With the rapidly
increasing popularity of the antique look, come the rise
of the demand for antique-lighting and consequently, the
demand for antique lighting hardware.
Antique lighting or antique lighting look is a great way
to add a traditional feel to your home or to a specific
event. There are many ways in which one can avail of the
antique lighting look. One could opt for antique post
lighting or antique furniture lighting or make the use
of antique exterior lighting by using specific lighting
fixtures for antique buildings.
Antique Victorian lighting fixtures and techniques are
extremely popular the world over. Whatever your
preference, there is a vast variety of a lighting and
lighting fixtures available to create the antique
effect. For instance, you can opt for lamp post lights
to dress up a garden or parking area.
Alternately, you could
use antique wall lights or even wall lights with stained
glass to create an ancient Victorian effect.
One could also buy various antique-replica or
antique-look fixtures to create the décor of your choice
without spending too much on these decorative pieces.
For a truly powerful antique look, try using metal
antiques.
Antique lamps that incorporate metals like pewter, black
metal, bronze, and iron which were popular in ancient
times lend a genuinely archaic feel to a room. Frosted
glass lamps ad gothic style candelabras can also be used
with electric bulbs to borrow the ambience of a
glorified past.
Remember that it is possible to use dimmers on your main lights to create this look on special occasions only..
IMPORTANT NOTE: Items over hundred years are not permitted to be taken out of India without the permission of the Director General, The Archaeological survey of India, Janpath, New Delhi - 110 011.