Victorian Lampshades Blog by Elegance lamps
Welcome to the Elegance Lamps blog, a place to explore, learn, and connect.
Discover the art and process behind Victorian lampshades and lampmaking, from worldwide travels to curate antique textiles to the creation of beaded Victorian and vintage-inspired lampshades paired with restored antique lamps. Explore lamp history, the psychology of color, and the evolution of lampshade styles over time.
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Vintage Style Lamps and Lampshades
Vintage style Victorian lampshades in 2023 home décor colors!
Dark Home Decor with Halloween Spirit
Victorian lampshades for dark home décor and Gothic sensibilities!
Antique Lamps, Historic Textiles, and Why They Matter
Historic textile preservation through upcycling into Victorian lampshades
Making a Victorian Lampshade - Golden
Making a Victorian lampshade with Crystal Hayes at Elegance Lamps
Making a Victorian Lampshade & Antique Lamp - Portal
The making process for a striking Art Deco lampshade and antique lamp restoration.
Color, Style and Self Expression in the New Decade
Color, Style and Self Expression in the New Decade at Elegance Lamps
Chinoiserie Antique Lamp & Victorian Lampshade
A favorite among antique connoisseurs is the chinoiserie style of adornments. Literally translating to “Chinese,” objects decorated in this manner tend to depict scenes of nature, florals, and pictorial scenes of leisure. Chinoiserie blends well with Rococo styling due to the elaborate maximalist characteristics of each style.