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What is a bare bulb?
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A bare bulb is a light bulb that is not fully enclosed in a globe or other housing. Bare bulbs are quite trendy because of their simplicity of look and design. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes and can add style to any space. Find a wide collection of antique and vintage bare bulbs on 1stDibs today.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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Mini Milk Glass Pendants
By Early Electrics Shop
Located in Peekskill, NY
down to its simplest form. The lamp is just large enough to defuse the bare bulb and the shade holder
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
French 1940s Whimsical Pendant
Located in New York, NY
with bare bulbs or shades. It can be dropped on a chain if needed. Rewired.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Small Gothic Revival Brass and Nickel Hall Fixture
Located in Canton, MA
Small Brass and Nickel Hall Fixture.
A single bulb hangs down from central twisted stem
Category
Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel, Brass
Mirrored Ring Reflector Pendants
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
. That cover is a nice feature keeping the early bare bulb look with no glair.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Flora Clear Chandelier 8 Lights
By Euroluce
Located in Milan, IT
displayed without shades in a bare-bulb style. The outstanding metal cup with silver foil finish features
Category
2010s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Silver Leaf
Tangent 5
By Allied Maker
Located in Glen Cove, NY
original Brass T sconce. Featuring a seamless machined-brass body, with blown-glass globes instead of bare
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American More Lighting
Materials
Brass
