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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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.