Vintage Cranberry Glass Electric Hurricane Lamp with Spear Prisms and Hobnail Base
Unbranded, likely manufactured by L.G. Wright or Fenton Art Glass. · Art & Decor > Lighting > Table Lamps
Era / Decade
1950s-1960s (Mid-Century Vintage)
Material
Cranberry flashed glass shade with embossed floral/scroll pattern, clear pressed glass hobnail base, and red plastic or glass spear-shaped prisms dangling from a scalloped glass bobeche.
Condition
Fair to Good. While the glass shade appears intact, two red prisms are currently detached and lying on the tray. One prism appears to have a broken top loop for the hanging wire.
Demand Level
Moderate. There is a steady collector market for 'Cranberry Glass' and Mid-Century 'Parlor Lamps,' particularly during the autumn and holiday seasons due to the red color.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$35.00 - $65.00. (Low end reflects the missing/broken prisms; high end is possible if fully repaired with new hanging wires).
Estimated Retail Value
$65.00 - $85.00 for a comparable modern reproduction or high-quality heritage brand lamp.
Comparable Sales
Similar cranberry hurricane lamps in fully repaired condition typically sell for $45.00–$75.00 on eBay plus shipping. Unrepaired pieces with missing or broken prisms usually linger at the $25-$30 mark.
Description
This charming 14.5-inch vintage electric hurricane lamp features a vibrant cranberry red glass shade with an elegant embossed scroll and grape pattern. The lamp sits on a clear glass pillar supported by a textured hobnail base. It is accented by a clear glass bobeche holding several cranberry red spear-style prisms that catch the light beautifully. Ideal for Hollywood Regency, Victorian Revival, or Grandmillennial decor styles.
Key Features
Highly desirable cranberry glass colorway; features classic 'Hobnail' textured glass base; complete with all original parts (prisms just need reattachment); electric functionality makes it a practical decor piece.
Authenticity Indicators
The plug shape and the 'flick-switch' on the cord indicate a mid-20th-century build. The quality of the cranberry flashing and the mold markings on the clear glass are consistent with Wright-style pieces. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Includes two detached red prisms. The metal wire used to hang the prisms is missing or snapped on those two pieces. Minor dust accumulation in the crevices of the hobnail base. Electrical cord is vintage and should be inspected for safety.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for reaching glass collectors), Etsy (for vintage decor enthusiasts), or Facebook Marketplace (to avoid the high risk of shipping fragile glass).
Selling Tips
Photograph the lamp both off and illuminated to show the glow of the red glass. Repair the two detached prisms with thin gauge brass jewelry wire before listing to significantly increase value. Use the keyword 'Hollywood Regency' and 'Bohemian' in the title.