Chipped ice shades with a texture similar to overshot glass were produced and were relatively unique to Handel. Shades signed by well known artists such as Bailey, Palme, and Parlow are highly valued today by collectors. Teroma lamp shades were created from clear blown glass blanks that were painted on the interior (reverse painted), while Teroma art glass (the decorative vases, humidors, etc. in the Handel Ware line) is painted on the exterior. This type of glassware has a 'chipped ice effect' achieved by sand blasting and coating the surface with fish glue. The piece is then kiln fired at 800 degrees F. The contraction of the glue during the cooling process gives the glass a frosted, textured effect. Some shades are sand-finished, adding additional texture and depth. Both the glassware and chinaware decorated by Handel are rare and command high prices on today's market. Many of Handel's chinaware blanks were supplied by Limoges.

The Handel Company ceased operation in 1936 as their designs succumbed to the new Art Deco aesthetic, but few other vintage lamps are as avidly collected today as the reverse painted and leaded lamps of Handel.

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