| Glass Lamp Shades - We fitter sizes from 1 1/2" tulip and lily shades to 16" domes and all the sizes in between. Not sure what type of shade would best match your lamp. Here are some tips. The smallest size shade is a lily or tulip shade popular in the art noveau period you will see these shades on brass figurine lamp of the period in a fountain of color. The fitter size given for these and all glass shades is the size of the opening on the lamp, not the actual size of the glass itself. For this size shade the glass would be 1/8" to 1/4" smaller than the fitter size. Our next most popular size fitter is the 2 1/4" . This is a very popular fitter size most often seen on ceiling light fans and small night table decorator pieces. Many shades of this size are reproductions pieces. There are also many new shades just out created for the revival of the ceiling fan. Less common are the 3 1/4" and 4" fitters. You will see this shade on fixtures that have been converted from gas to electric and reproduction pieces. Most five to fourteen inch fitter sizes are student or pendent or ceiling lamps. As with all shades the glass diameter will measure 1/4" less the the fitter or ring size. With thousands of shades to choose from we realize the task can be daunting. Please contact customer service. Our knowledgeable staff is happy to guide and help you with your selection. | 
