The Colonial Revival period ,1910-1940, is sometimes referred to as neo-Georgian, due to its striking resemblance to the earlier Georgian and federal styles. The antique
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Antique Lighting: Tudor Revival 1910-1940
Tudor Revival, 1910-1940 , became especially popular with 1920s suburban homes, loosely based on late medieval prototypes. Cast iron, wrought iron and crystal were prevalent on many of
Antique Lighting: Craftsman Bungalow 1900-1920
In the Craftsmen/Bungalow Period, 1900-1920, was the common builder’s house . As in the Arts and Crafts movement there was a simplicity, squareness and symmetry to lighting of this period.
To see samples click one of theseAntique Lighting: Turn of the Century 1890-1900
At the Turn of the Century , 1890 – 1900 , all Antique lighting styles were incorporated. Every conceivable style was used. Combination gas
Antique Lighting: Second Empire 1860 – 1880
In the Second Empire Period , 1860 – 1880, Italianate forms were used. This Style was named for the reign of Napoleon III (1852-1870), who undertook a major building campaign to transform
The Victorian Age
The Victorian Age, 1840 – 1900, was when Victoria became queen of England in 1837 and reigned until her death in 1901. The age named after her was a period when England was at the height of power and prestige. In lighting , the Victorian Age included a variety of revival styles and sub styles that typified most nineteenth century lighting. There is no one Victorian style, and despite being