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lampshade
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250px|thumb|right|Two modern electric lamps with lampshades
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250px|thumb|right|Two modern electric lamps with lampshades
A lampshade is a fixture that envelops the light bulb to redirect the light it emits. The shade is often affixed onto a light fixture to reduce the intensity of the light to observers, shield the light from a harsh environment, or for decoration by altering the color or creating shadows.