Search results
1stdibs.com
- Edwardian lighting had a fresh new feel combining elements of continental European design with Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau influences. A move away from the heavier light fittings of the Victorian era to a more romantic, stylish look using delicate metalwork and fine smoked or coloured glass shades.
www.bespokelights.co.uk/shop-by-era-c1/edwardian-lighting-c3Light Fittings in Edwardian Style. Replica Lights From Early ...
People also ask
What type of light fittings were used in Edwardian era?
Are there reproduction Edwardian light fittings?
What were the lighting styles in the Edwardian era?
What era did light fittings become popular?
Hundreds of reproduction Edwardian light fittings for both indoor and outdoor lighting. Edwardian lighting had a fresh new feel combining elements of continental European design with Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau influences.
- Standard Lamps
Standard lamps can be seamlessly introduced into the home...
- Picture Lights
Picture lights not only illuminate pictures, they can be...
- Spotlights
LED spotlights are great where good directional light is...
- Chandeliers
Traditional candelabra chandeliers can be used simply with...
- Bathroom Lights
Victorian and Edwardian style bathrooms need lighting that...
- Exterior Lights
Outside light fittings are manufactured to be safe for...
- Pendant Lights
Pendant lighting has always had a timeless classic feel and...
- Wrought Iron
Rustic black iron or silver grey forged wrought iron light...
- Standard Lamps
Aug 31, 2019 · With the introduction of electric lighting to homes in the Edwardian era, light fittings became more stylish. Designs were influenced by both the Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau movements. Both these lighting styles were popular during the late 1800’s and early 1900’s and are, therefore, very much at home in Victorian and Edwardian homes.
Edwardian light fittings were graceful using delicate metalwork to add elegance. Edwardian ceiling lights had simple linear designs with scrolling arms and pretty shades. Some of the more eye catching Edwardian chandeliers were multi-tiered and featured coloured and smoked glass.
- Medieval and Gothic Style Lighting
- Jacobean and Tudor Style Lighting
- Victorian and Edwardian Style Lighting
- Art Deco and Art Nouveau Style Lighting
- Tiffany Lighting
- Mid-Century and Retro Lighting
- Traditional Styled Lighting
- Modern Classic Lighting
- Contemporary Lighting
Medieval and Gothic Style Lighting Medieval and Gothic lightingis perhaps the most distinguishable between different lighting designs – mainly due to the materials used and simple arrangement of lights. However, these types of light fittings were originally only for the rich. This was because the light bulb hadn’t been invented and people had to re...
Jacobean and Tudor Style Lighting The Tudors faced the same problem as those in medieval times, since they had no electricity they had to rely on candles. Candles were still very expensive as they were made using fat, oil or wax. They also burnt quickly, meaning that they had to frequently replenish many of them. Modern day, Tudor inspired lighting...
Victorian and Edwardian Style Lighting During the beginning of the Victorian period, homes were still predominantly lit by candles made from fat and beeswax, along with the occasional oil lamp. However, the period saw a success in technical developments in many areas, including the ability to light an entire room with a single light fitting – somet...
Art Deco and Art Nouveau Style Lighting The terms of Art Deco and Art Nouveau are often confused. Art Nouveau was a short lived style that spanned around 30 years from around 1890 and featured intricate floral motifs amongst which were the popular ‘Rose’ by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Feminine forms were regularly used in the designs along with bota...
Tiffany Lighting The first Tiffany glass lamp was created by Louis Comfort Tiffany just before the turn of the 20th Century. He originally designed stained glass windows. Using the scraps from the windows, he created decorative, handmade lamps that became extremely fashionable in subsequent years. Now the style is extremely sought after and they ar...
Mid-Century and Retro Lighting Retro and Mid-century designsstarted making a comeback a few years ago now and their popularity is growing each day with no signs of slowing down. During the 50’s and 60’s, light fittings became a style statement distinguished by visual simplicity – highlighting clear lines, sculptured forms and smooth curves. Taking ...
Traditional Styled Lighting A style that sums up an ‘English Rose’, effortlessly beautiful lighting that adds character and allure to traditional settings. It may be an elegant chandelier, or a ceramic table lamp – the key is in the timeless appeal and decadent excellence. This style is great to add a quality flourish to traditional and period sett...
Modern Classic Lighting Mid-century, Art Deco and industrial lighting trends have had a heavy influence on today’s contemporary light design – so much so you’d be forgiven for mistaking modern lighting for light fixtures from previous eras and design movements. A style that takes the best of traditional designs and convenience and adds a modern fin...
Contemporary Lighting Challenging convention, these lights will add an interest to modern homes and create an interest to your lighting design. Many will also feature the latest technology, allowing you keep up to date with the times. Some may think that they are quite minimalist in design, but what they lack for in intricate, fussy detailing, they...
Interior fittings included chandeliers (suspended from the ceiling) and sconces (fixed to the wall). However these were mainly used on special occasions, and most ordinary events after sunset took place using portable light sources such as candlesticks, candelabra (bracketed candlesticks) and oil lamps, and by the light of the fire.
Sep 20, 2019 · Up or down antique lighting. Downlit gas lights were only widely available after 1905 so true Victorian gas lights were upright (take note museum curators and set designers!). Downlit swan-neck fittings like this one in my kitchen were particularly popular.
Oct 6, 2015 · Electric lighting was just starting to creep into homes in wealthier parts of Edwardian society and ceiling roses would be used to disguise the wiring needed for light fittings. Wall lights, table lights and standard lamps would normally feature fabric lampshades with frills and tassels, while Tiffany lamps or reclining female bronze figures ...
