Lamps for Interior Design – Shelley Porcelain

Shelley, is one of those names that most people with an interest in antiques and design find familiar.  Shelley is probably most famous for its productions of the period from 1910 – 1940.  This, of course, includes the exuberant period of design known as  “Art Deco”, however, we need to go back to 1862 to find the origins of this famous name.

Shelley Potteries started life as the Foley China Works at Fenton, Staffordshire, when Joseph Shelley became a partner in the firm.  Joseph Shelley progressed through the company and by 1910, the name “Shelley China” was being actively promoted, with the company name finally changing to Shelley in 1925.

Shelley continued in production until 1966 when it was taken over by Allied English Potteries, now part of The Doulton Group.  The Shelley Art Deco styles are considered about as high style as Art Deco period porcelain can be!

The Antique and Vintage Table Lamp Co have recently acquired a very rare, matched pair of English, Shelley Porcelain Lamps perfectly suited to the Art Deco interior design enthusiast, the lamps with an all-over “Burnt Orange” ground colour, so typical of this vibrant period of design.

With an overall height, including lampshades, of 25” / 64cm, these lamps show strong Japanese design influence with the orange ground decorated with elegantly drawn subjects of cranes in flight, the birds enameled in lustre green and black.  The lamps standing on bronze, custom made, square, stepped bases, enamelled in gloss black.

These are an outstanding pair of difficult to find, Shelley, Art Deco Lamps.  Circa 1925.

Please remember that The Antique & Vintage Table Lamp Co ship lamps, ready wired for the U.S, the U.K and Australia.  You are invited to visit The Antique & Vintage Table Lamp Co’s web site at -

www.antiquelampshop.com

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Maurice Robertson, principal of The Antique and Vintage Table Lamp Co , has had a lifetime’s association with antique porcelain and pottery. From an early age he recalls picking up tea cups, looking for the mark on the base, discerning the maker.

His commercial experience spans a period of 40 years. This includes 25 years as an international specialist dealer for the gallery formerly known as “The Antique Porcelain Gallery”, in Sydney’s Martin Place and as a valuer to the Australian Commonwealth Government’s Incentive to the Arts Scheme.

His long experience with antique ceramics and glass also includes dealing with leading museums and numerous international private collections.

He is also well known as a regular lecturer to ceramic societies, fine arts societies, he also consults to leading auction houses and has been a sought after contributor to magazines and journals with articles on antique ceramics.

Extending his ceramics expertise into the quality Table Lamps seen on the company’s site, he is well known to local and international interior designers who have included many of his table lamps in their projects and has also supplied items of national interest to the official Sydney residence of the Australian Prime Minister.

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Beautiful Art Deco Table Lamps

Art Deco is a decorating style which was very popular in the early to mid part of the twentieth century, most notably so between 1925 to around the beginning of the second world war in 1939.

The style originated in America and became symbolic of the incredible growth and evolution which was occurring throughout affluent America becoming a growing sensation and global influence. Art Deco celebrated everything about the modern world. Automobiles and new technology. Expansion in all areas, industrialization, growth and wealth. It was and is a style that is not afraid to make bold statements and appear monumental. Its style is very distinctive and recognisable. Most people will have come in contact with the decorating style from cinema and movies from and about that exiting period of time.

It used expensive materials such as gold, marble and brass to show off the wealth and pride of a new strong America. Made famous by metropolis New York and stylish laid back Miami in its time, it has continued to evolve over the years and is still a popular decorating style for all who want to add some stylish elements to their interior decorating.

Art Deco is a style that is easy to implement into your home. Firstly, compared to other significant styles, there are no strict rules or guidelines to what belongs and what does not. Furthermore Art Deco has inspired many later designers, so there is ample opportunity to find newer furniture designs which will fit in well with the style, without costing you as much as antiques.

The goal to aim for is, that stylish, sleek 1930′s Hollywood ambiance, have a look at some films from that time for inspiration or newer re-enactments. Don’t be afraid to borrow from other ancient periods, such as Egyptian icons and statuettes. In fact these were very popular in the time.

The main colour palette used can either be the black, velvet, red and gold New York style, or the lighter and more upbeat Miami style with pastel colours.

Furniture should be covered with velvet furnishing and muted reddish colours. Other than that go for simple lines and looks.

Unique amps are a characteristic part of the style and is one of the easiest ways to implement Art Deco in your home without going overboard. Lamps from this period are recognisable by being very creatively designed and different in style from other periods of interior design.

Some common denominators are brass or metal footing, or sometimes dark wood with shiny finishing. Look for polished and stylish metal finishes. Art Deco lamps come in many different designs and lamp shades are often imaginatively inspired from sea shells to huge domes or globes. In fact there are so many different models that it would be impossible to list here!

Art Deco lamps are widely available as floor, wall and table lamps. Reproductions are affordable, with genuine Art Deco lamps made by the designers of the time command the usual higher price! Keep your eyes peeled at boot fairs and in junk shops there are some wonderful Art Deco pieces to be found!

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Art Deco Designs Set for a Bold Comeback

Art Deco designs permeated nearly everything in the 20′s and 30′s. Their purpose was solely decorative. They were included in architecture, jewellery, pottery, silverware, and furniture, and were instantly adopted by movie makers. Considering the film industry’s powerful influence on the public, movies may have been where art deco had the greatest pull. People typically associated the art deco style with the high contrast lighting used in the production of ‘film noir’. Over time, the two art forms became almost synonymous.

The art deco style is a mixture of several movements: Modernism, Art Nouveau, Futurism, Constructivism, Cubism and Neoclassical. It is a combination of color and shape – eye-catching geometry offset by swirls and curves.

Is Art Deco Ancient History?

Some say that the art deco movement began at the international exposition of modern industrial and decorative arts show in Paris in 1925, while others believe that it was already happening around 1910. Of even greater interest is that a number of art historians argue that King Tutan Khamun’s tomb displays art deco designs. King Tut was truly ahead of his time.

Art Deco and Interior Design

As the popularity of art deco designs grew, architects began to incorporate them into their work. We can appreciate the strong influence of this style in structures such as the Golden Gate Bridge. With train stations, skyscrapers and building facades demonstrating art deco designs, it was only a matter of time before art deco made its way into the interior of homes.

Art Deco interior decorating was a combination of polished wood, colorful glass and lustrous plastic. The goal was to create a sleek, glamorous effect. People who had suffered hard years of deprivation during the great depression were looking to indulge themselves in an atmosphere of dazzling luxury. Bold colors in a room were meant to produce a high contrast with the surroundings. Metallic paint was often used to add a shiny finish to one of the walls, and sometimes a different color was chosen for each wall, with the ceilings painted black.

Art Deco carried many motifs in the form of erotic nudes, artistic representations of animals, and imaginative interpretations of cars, cruise liners and skyscrapers. Photo-realism was not the idea of the day.

Art Deco Portraiture

The art deco era produced influential portraiture by avant-garde artists such as Tamara De Lempicka, who became famous for her unique style. Tamara’s piece “Portrait of a Young Girl in a Green Dress” shows high color contrast. The young woman wearing white gloves holds onto the black brim of her hat, which covers wisps of blond hair. She has bright red lips. Sharpness was created with the use of black lines delineating shape and color.

Edward Lucie-Smith, art critic and historian, expressed his view on art deco portraiture with this comment: “It can be argued that the Art Deco spirit expressed itself more naturally through portraiture than through any other kind of painting. The quintessential Art Deco portraitist is undoubtedly Tamara de Lempicka. Fashionable society of the 1920s and 30s is now perceived very largely through her eyes”

According to many, Paris was the core of Art Deco due to the artistic creations of Jacques-Emile Ruhlmann, Jean-Jacques Rateau, Edgar Brandt, Jean Dunand, René Lalique, Maurice Marinot, and Cartier.

Today’s Art Deco House

An Art Deco style home has tall and thin windows. Shiny, ornamental pieces of colored glass, chrome, ivory and jade are plentiful in the living room. A print of one of Lempicka’s art deco portraits in the hallway would add a nostalgic touch. Lighting, produced by decorative Table Lamps featuring art deco designs of animals or female figures, is typically attractive. Kitchens and bathrooms have highly-polished black and white checkerboard patterns or abstract tile designs. The carpets are bold in colour and show a geometric pattern. Dressers and wardrobes are simple in shape and of pale veneer wood in order to offset the vibrant colors of the bedroom’s walls. As a whole, an art deco style home produces an atmosphere of affluence and undeniable nostalgia.

Art Deco Furniture

One of the leading names in art deco furniture is Eileen Gray, a pioneer in the field of innovative home furnishings. Her most famous pieces include the Pirouge daybed, a boat-shaped fantasy bed, the Blocs screen with panels that swivel, and the Bidendum, a contoured leather chair on metal tubular legs. These opulent pieces have lots of curves and display prominent color against a shiny structure.

Are art deco designs here to stay? Their strong comeback in stores and their obvious popularity among many homeowners are promising signs of permanence.

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Art Historian, Donovan Gauvreau lectures about art therapy with a focus on creativity development. He believes we can learn from the great masters in art to communicate ideas and feelings through painting. He provides content for Aaron Art Prints to educate and inspire people to take a glimpse into an artist’s life to better understand the meaning behind their work.

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Hillsdale Arlington Bronze Bed (Full) $644.99 The Arlington bed is a hip “twist” on a classic design. Expanding on the standard arched silhouette, the Arlington bed adds twisted spindles, ball castings, and a drape effect to create an Art Deco influenced masterpiece. Top all of that with a deep bronze finish and you have an extraordinary bed. Fully-welded construction with foundry-poured aluminum castings and heavy gauge tubing. Mattress, pil…

Art Deco Sitting Room Photo Mugs Art Deco sideboard with provision for a few neatly arranged books a chair ; and a settee with a built-in lamp and what could be an ash-tray. ….

Black Metal Oil Warmer – Style 37160 $7.75 Sinuous curls of matte black wrought iron provide a striking counterpoint for a sparkling glass oil dish. A tealight gently warms your favorite scented oil for a delicately fragrant glow! Metal with glass cup. Tealight and oil not included. 5 3/4″ x 4 5/8″ x 5″ high….

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Art Deco Lighting Or Tiffany Lamps Can Add Character To Any House

In the recent years the popularity of the Tiffany Lamps has grown due to unique design, style and looks. These are so unique that you will hardly find any replica of these lighting pieces.

As far as lighting fixtures are considered, the tiffany lamps are the epitome of art and craftsmanship. The tiffany lamps are generally made of stained glass windows, glass mosaics, ceramics, brown glass, enamels, metals, jewelry and many more.

These Tiffany Lights are wonderful pieces that can enhance the décor of both modern as well traditional looking houses. They can either be mounted on the wall or can even be placed in the Table. They serve variety of purposes and give the best utility value.

The art deco lighting is also wonderful source of lights in any room. Both of these lights are antique pieces of lighting which can hardly be found every where. They bring a nostalgic effect to the room giving a warm and cozy look.

The art deco lighting is not fluorescent. Instead it casts a warm light and gives a warm glow to the room. Be it the floor lights or the wall lights or the Ceiling Lights, the art deco lighting is suitable for any kind of lighting purposes.

There are varieties of shades available for both the art deco lighting as well as the tiffany lights. However, the glass shades are more popular and look unique. Some of these lighting pieces can also be made of frosted glass. The frosted glass gives a modern look to the house. Stained glass shade is also available and is perfect for a deco style.

For any kind of theme based lighting, the art deco lighting or the tiffany lights are ideal. These are available in plenty of themes and one can select the theme and get them in their homes.

These lights are sure to be noticed by the visitors because they stand apart from any other kind of lighting. These lights are not so expensive as a result of which one can easily afford to purchase these lights. These lighting pieces will add character as well as personality to any home.

Since they are available in accordance of different time periods, each of the lighting pieces will perfectly give a true periodic look that one can aim for. The only thing of difficulty is to make proper distinction between the original and the duplicate lighting pieces.

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If art deco lighting or the tiffany lamps are the ultimate choice for the home decor, they can log on to periodstylelighting.co.uk. This is the ideal site where one would get any kind of lighting that they would require. The store deals with authentic pieces as a result one can be assured of the kind of materials that they are purchasing from here. Therefore it is best for the buyers to log on to the site and get the best piece.

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Art Deco Antique Lighting Tips For Your Home
The first moment you go into a apartment, the colorings, style and layout produce a very first and lasting effect on you. Art fans acknowledge that illumination is an fundamental piece of home decor, and that the most stylish home rooms comprise of antique lighting! Antique lighting produces classy, ambient and elegant design to any house, giving it the artistic advantage over various homes. Identifying the perfect lighting setup needs smart planning and matching with the general theme of the home. Incase it is your very first time, you can consult an knowledgeable designer for assistance.
With the benefit of the world wide web, you are able to search an many inventory of design tips for lighting your home. You could employ search engines to locate the best brands, discount types, and also hot dealers. Several internet sites will contain pictures for anyone to browse, as well as be on the lookout to get excellent bargains. You will also get evaluations of the items from former buyers, and then choose which product suits you best.
Some may take pleasure in following a minimalist design pattern, and for these kind of individuals, art-deco antique lighting might be a fine choice
What are art-deco lights?
Art-deco lighting came around the beginning of the 20th century and subsequently grew to become very fashionable thereafter. These kind of fashionable Lamps were famously recognized for the architectural attractiveness to the design and geometric angular shapes. The majority of of the lamps were made of chrome since this metal happened to be the novelty at the moment. The usage of glasswork was outstanding – several sandblasted, a few etched, and a number of enameled glasses make these types of lights exclusive as well as exquisite! These types of art-deco antiques are nowadays still many of the most amazing works of art form available on the market.
Suggestions for lighting your rooms with art-deco antiques
Art-deco lights and lamps are created to custom match the distinctive designs, dimensions, and styles of your home. In the bedroom for example, you can take pleasure in a relaxing design such as PSL/C119. This model adds the tranquility and calmness to your bedroom. For a different classic bedroom attractiveness, you could consider an art-deco style lantern. Looking to style your bathroom? Try an art-deco bath room lamp! Specialists say art-deco antique Ceiling Lights work fantastic for the living room ambiance. These opaque lamps may function excellent on the walls or anywhere to match your visualization and creative lighting needs!
Over all, have fun with designing your house lighting, and enjoy sharing your classic, elegant homes with friends, family, and loved ones.

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Geometrical Art-Deco Lighting For Your Master Bedroom

When you enter any house, you immediately get a feel about that house. Especially art lovers will agree with me that lights form an integral part of home decoration and the home interiors are incomplete without the inclusion of Antique Lighting! The antique lights add a special ambience and elegance to the house and make the house have an extra edge over others. Just one has to make sure to use perfect lights for a particular theme of the house. You may even consult and expert before doing lighting arrangement for your house so that there are no hassles later.

Well, even if you decide to go for antique lighting, if you are not aware of the types of antique lights available these days, you may miss out on some important types that will enhance the elegance in your house. Little internet searching will do the trick and even tell you some of the top brands available today. You may also read reviews of these lights online and decide which one to opt for. While decorating your house, if you are crazy for a minimalist trend, the art-deco lighting may impress you.

What is art-deco lighting?

The art-deco lighting came into the market in the early twentieth century and became popular after some years. Basically these Lamps were famous for their architectural designs and geometric and angular shapes. Also the material used in it, the chrome, was novel at that time. But even today, this art-deco lighting is one of the most attractive pieces of lamps available in the market. The use of glass was peculiar too. They used sandblasted, etched, and enameled glass to make the lights more serene!

Art-deco lighting is available for almost all places in the house

Art-deco lighting or lamps are available in different shapes and sizes to fit in different rooms of your house. In your bedroom, you may like a tranquil design like PSL/C119. It definitely enhances the serenity in your bedroom. You may think of art-deco lantern too if you want to give a vintage look to your house. Even art-deco bathroom lamps are available. But if you ask experts, they would suggest art-deco Ceiling Lights for your living room to enhance its ambience by leaps and bounds. The opaque wall lights can be situated anywhere depending upon the need of light and tranquility!

The most important thing is that you choose whatever model and pattern of antique lighting, you will get the models online in different websites. You can visualize the lamps in the galleries and later finalize your choice. Just make sure to go for reputed sites and save good money with massive discounts. Many websites run special offers over the lights and you may get real good deal. Keep visiting these websites again and again to crack great deals. Antique lights are special. Do not fall for all modern lights. You should instead go for vintage looks for the rustic elegance they emit. Your guests are surely going to compliment you on this home décor and it’s you who will be elated over the great choice!

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Art Deco Lighting Can Cast A Romantic Spell In Your Room

Lights are a very important part of your home. They help to create a different atmosphere and give a warm and cozy feel. If you are not satisfied with the kind of light that you have in your home, it is high time that you change them. Try to give a new look to your room. In that case, you can always go for the art deco lighting. These are generally unique and antique pieces of lighting which you will rarely find in any houses.

If you can install art deco lighting in your home, not only will your home and rooms look different from the others but at the same time at the end of the day when you return back to your home, you will be satisfied to get a warm and cozy feeling from these lights.

Since the art deco lighting falls in the category of the Antique Lighting, with its installation you will get a different kind of nostalgic effect in your room. There are number of shops where you will find these lighting.

Most of the art deco lighting products are authentic as well as antique. However, there are some duplicate ones. Therefore you need to make a proper distinction between the real and the duplicate ones. You can consult several books and guides which will help you to identify the real piece.

The antique lighting is made up of several kinds of materials. They can be made of glass, crystal, bronze, brass or even antler. Do not go for the polished steel materials as they are supposed to be faked.

Do not forget to consider the fuel on which these art deco lighting runs on. Generally these lighting products use gas, kerosene or even candles. In the recent days, some of them are available in electronic formats.

When you purchase any antique lighting pieces, see to it that it fits in your room. Therefore consider the length and the size of the lights in accordance with the size of your room. Only purchase would not finish off the story. After you purchase you would have to properly maintain the lights. You can use a soft cloth to wipe and polish the material of the lights.

Even if you have a modern looking home, you can purchase the art deco lighting and add an interesting flair to your room. It can set the perfect mood that you might want. With a warm glow over the entire room, it can create a romantic spell in your room.

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If you want to purchase the art deco lighting, you can log on to periodstylelighting.co.uk. This is the ideal site where you would get any kind of antique lighting that you require. The store deals with authentic pieces as a result you can be assured of the kind of materials that you are purchasing from here. Therefore do not delay. Log on to the site and get the best piece for yourself.

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Art Deco at Home

The Art deco style celebrated the advent of the modern age like no other expression of design. It rejoiced the birth of the automobile, the plane and the movie star with its streamlined designs. It used marble, gold and brass and was not afraid to be gaudy or monumental. Though an obvious symbol of national pride in America, the Art Deco style wasn’t above taking influence from other cultures and ethnic motifs and almost Egyptian murals were easily adapted. Made universally famous by cities such as New York and Miami, Art Deco has continued to evolve since its introduction over eighty years ago. Today it is more popular than ever amongst those who wish to introduce a little nostalgia and pizzazz into their homes whilst retaining a sophisticated air.

Choosing an Art Deco theme as the basis of a new look for your home actually makes life a little easier than if you had chosen a style from any other iconic period. This is because of two things, firstly, the Art Deco look has a tendency to be a little eclectic meaning you don’t have to worry about sticking to any make or break guidelines. Secondly, a huge amount of furniture on sale today is actually based on the principles of Art Deco. The main principles to adhere to are the inclusion of geometric patterns and smooth clean edges. Art Deco was all about celebrating the birth of a new modern age so the goal should be to achieve quite a sleek ambience. Furniture should be covered in piped velvet ideally in muted tones of red or plum to evoke a feeling of 1930′s Hollywood, red carpet glamour.

In terms of a general colour scheme choose either a typically New York palette of burgundy, black, white or gold or opt for the more playful Miami approach and choose aqua blue, pastel pink, orange or yellow. It is best not to mix the two colour schemes as this will result in an unconvincing finish- in order to pull off the Art Deco look convincingly you must show conviction. Generally, the living room, bedrooms and studies are suited to the rich and classy tones of the New York style whereas the fresh and vibrant colours of Miami work very well in the kitchen, bathroom and patio areas.

Really crank up the drama stakes when dressing window areas. Include thick draped curtains and tie them back into a seductive arch with some beaded or tasselled tie-backs.

As I said earlier don’t be afraid to introduce anything new you might find on your travels such as an exotic lamp or Persian rug. Such objects easily conform to Art Deco ideals in the way they use pattern and create drama.

Overall Art Deco was about embracing the new, therefore it is a style that appreciates and indeed flatters contemporary style and also one which will grow with you and learn to adapt to your tastes as they develop and change. Your Art Deco home will not need dramatic over-halls every few years, it will bend and bow and invite new ideas and fresh perspective. It is very much a home for life.

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