Art Deco Lamp Shades
Vanessa is a New York-based designer specializing in architectural lighting. Whether you are planning an event, want to illuminate your backyard retreat or simply need advice on what lamp to purchase for your bedroom, Vanessa will be more than happy to share her knowledge and expertise.
Art deco was the 50s idea of what the future will look like. Sadly, they were wrong but that doesn't mean the style doesn't still exist. And if you love the look of art deco and have been in the market for lamp shades for a while without any luck, then we have some art deco lamp shades you should take a look at. They are stylish and we have plenty to choose from.
Our Picks
Tall Textured Drum Fabric Shade
Mercer41
This light brown 11” tall grid-textured transitional fabric cylinder lamp shade with a virgin styrene backing board offers a warm natural glow. The 8” width and depth with spider construction attachment fits lamps of all sizes.
$24.99
Designer Advice:
What makes a lamp classify as art deco is having unique combinations of elements to create a cohesive piece. This transitional art deco lamp shade is suitable for any room where you want the lighting to have a warm natural filtered hue. The type of attachment is also important to pay attention to when picking a lampshade to ensure it’s compatible with your style of lamp.
Glam Gold Metal Rectangle Shade
Rectangular silver or gold-colored art deco lampshades add a glamorous touch to any room. The 10” tall x 9” deep x 16” wide metallic foil surface can increase light reflection while working for all decor themes.
Designer Advice:
Picking a lamp shade with a reflective metallic surface can instantly upgrade any room decor. Metallic lamp shades have the additional benefit of helping make a room feel brighter by reflecting more light through the area due to the shiny surface. And it can look glamorous or neutral in any room theme and color palette.
Orange Trellis Pattern Cylindrical Shade
House of Hampton®
This tangerine orange 11” tall cylindrical drum art deco lamp shade sports a large modern contemporary white trellis print that looks good for all rooms and styles. And the spider construction allows for versatile lamp use with an 8” width and depth.
$48.99
Designer Advice:
An art deco lampshade can be neutral or a fun bright color with a printed pattern that adds an extra touch of modernity. Lampshades can also come in different shapes and sizes, with a round cylinder shape being very common and referred to as a drum. The best thing about a drum shade is the versatility of the design.
Neutral Floral Motif Empire Taper Shade
Canora Grey
This classic hardback empire art deco light shade in a transitional tetoron cotton has a neutral black and white floral motif. The 11” taper starts with a 7” top down to 14” bottom and spider construction for all lamp types.
$78.99
Designer Advice:
An art deco ceiling lamp shade with a taper can be an excellent choice for overhead lighting. The way the shade goes from narrow to wide at the bottom directs light over a wide area, while a spider connection allows for attaching to many lamps. And the classic neutral floral motif can give any room a touch of visual textured contrast.
Fitted Oval Glass Spotted Shade
TessaChic
This elegant fitted oval glass dome is 6” tall with a 4.25” depth and width. A 2.25” fitter neck attaches to all lamps and fans. And the neutral white and silver mercury glass base have a classy, unique speckled pattern.
Designer Advice:
Art deco glass lamp shades are another popular choice instead of fabric, metallic foil, and plastic shades. Glass domes can be easy to clean and create a unique look in your room when used as an overhead solution. The speckle pattern forms a dancing effect of spotted color light for a fun and different type of room illumination.
