Arts and crafts lighting fixtures are quality fixtures pioneered by Louis Comfort Tiffany during the late 1800's. He turned the interior of his house into pieces of fine art using left over glass from his other designing projects. The result was the first Tiffany lamps which were painstakingly hand glued together piece by piece and welded into a single metal. These lights were a combination of fine art and craftsmanship.
Original Tiffany lamps are rare and hard to find and very expensive too. However, you can still avail of these types of reproduction lights from authorized and reputable companies. They don't come in cheap either, but you can be assured of their quality and it comes with a lifetime warranty.
I personally have a preference for novelty lighting and the craftsman revival line. Though contemporary light fixture is the hip lighting today, I cannot help but marvel at the elegance and sophistication these old styles have to offer. They have styles for pendant, wall sconces, flush mount, chandeliers and vanity lights.
All of them are handcrafted made of antique copper with mica, fused glass and brass with different glass colors
Lighting is a key ingredient to your beautiful home. Try mixing antique furniture with quality light reproductions. Remember to maintain a balance between foyer lighting fixtures, overhead lighting, table lamps and floor lamps to create stunning light from several heights in the room.
Try combining fixtures made of different materials together, a mouth blown glass shade on a floor lamp, a stained glass table lamp, or perhaps a wall sconce on your stairway. Arts and crafts lighting fixtures are a great way to add richness and fullness to your home.
Always go for quality lighting which will give you value for your money. When encountering difficulty in choosing your lights, always consult a professional for that much needed advice.
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