Unpolished Vintage Red Globe Ceiling Light

This vintage ceiling light features a bold red globe and an unpolished brass and steel body. The rim carries the original BETTS & BETTS CORP marking, identifying it as a genuine industrial piece.

Its weathered yellow paint gives it a rustic, timeworn look. Unlike polished reproductions, this fixture shows real age. The visible scratches, dents, and surface wear add to its historic charm. We’ve kept the fixture in its original condition so collectors can appreciate its untouched authenticity.

Although it hasn’t been rewired, the piece remains structurally solid. As a result, it works well as a display item or a restoration project.

Key features:

• Marked “BETTS & BETTS CORP” on the rim
• Red globe with aged brass and steel housing
• Original yellow paint with worn finish
• Sold in as-found condition—unpolished and unrestored

For those who value raw industrial history, this ceiling light brings a strong visual statement and authentic shipboard character.

Wiring:

This piece is left in its original, as-found condition to uphold its authenticity.

*If wired we will re-wire with all new UL-listed parts, including a medium base socket and ground wire, that are rated for any voltage under 250 volts. We recommend using a standard base LED bulb / LED Edison bulb, which allows you to choose the bulb’s brightness to match your lighting area.