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Antique Lamps and Interior Design
In the UK in 2008 a Bristol pensioner chained himself to a lamppost and went on hunger strike. His protest was against the removal of Victorian lampposts from the city’s streets; illustrating that those passionate about quality design and heritage will do just about anything to protect it. However, apart from, perhaps, Bristol City Council, there are people out there who appreciate the timeless quality and design... (posted by Maurice 1 year 34 days ago.)
In the UK in 2008 a Bristol pensioner chained himself to a lamppost and went on hunger strike. His protest was against the removal of Victorian lampposts from the city’s streets; illustrating that those passionate about quality design and heritage will do just about anything to protect it. However, apart from, perhaps, Bristol City Council, there are people out there who appreciate the timeless quality and design... (posted by Maurice 1 year 34 days ago.)
Antique Lamps as a Wedding Gift
Wedding season is upon us, and not just that wedding. While certain high profile couples have asked for donations to their favourite charities instead of setting up a wish list, there are plenty more who haven’t. What’s worse is, it’s the ones that you are actually going to be invited, where presents will be required. Wedding lists from major stores certainly help with the perennial question of what to... (posted by Maurice 1 year 38 days ago.)
Wedding season is upon us, and not just that wedding. While certain high profile couples have asked for donations to their favourite charities instead of setting up a wish list, there are plenty more who haven’t. What’s worse is, it’s the ones that you are actually going to be invited, where presents will be required. Wedding lists from major stores certainly help with the perennial question of what to... (posted by Maurice 1 year 38 days ago.)
Antique Lamps - A Beautiful Investment
There is something just a little bit special about antique lamps. In this modern age of mass production antique lamps take us back to a time when decorative items were painstakingly manufactured by master craftsmen. But before we make a purchase we need to acquire collector's information, as antique and vintage lamps span a broad spectrum of styles and quality which can suit all tastes... (posted by Maurice 1 year 41 days ago.)
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There is something just a little bit special about antique lamps. In this modern age of mass production antique lamps take us back to a time when decorative items were painstakingly manufactured by master craftsmen. But before we make a purchase we need to acquire collector's information, as antique and vintage lamps span a broad spectrum of styles and quality which can suit all tastes... (posted by Maurice 1 year 41 days ago.)
Antique Lamps -Emeralite Banker’s Lamps’
The classic blue-green glass shades and unadorned brass bases of Emeralite lamps are easily recognisable. These are often referred to as ‘banker’s lamps’ and have a stunning visual impact when used in all kinds of interior design schemes. Emeralite lamps are now very collectible. Many people love the simplicity and functionality of these table lamps . Their value... (posted by Maurice 1 year 47 days ago.)
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The classic blue-green glass shades and unadorned brass bases of Emeralite lamps are easily recognisable. These are often referred to as ‘banker’s lamps’ and have a stunning visual impact when used in all kinds of interior design schemes. Emeralite lamps are now very collectible. Many people love the simplicity and functionality of these table lamps . Their value... (posted by Maurice 1 year 47 days ago.)
Antique Lamps – A Beautiful Investment
There is something just a little bit special about antique lamps. In this modern age of mass production antique lamps take us back to a time when decorative items were painstakingly manufactured by master craftsmen. But before we make a purchase we need to acquire collector’s information, as antique and vintage lamps span a broad spectrum of styles and quality which can suit all tastes and requirements. ... (posted by Maurice 1 year 50 days ago.)
There is something just a little bit special about antique lamps. In this modern age of mass production antique lamps take us back to a time when decorative items were painstakingly manufactured by master craftsmen. But before we make a purchase we need to acquire collector’s information, as antique and vintage lamps span a broad spectrum of styles and quality which can suit all tastes and requirements. ... (posted by Maurice 1 year 50 days ago.)
Antique Lamps – The Dragon and the Pearl
Mankind has always developed mythologies in an effort to explain and understand his place in the world. This has led to the development of abstract thoughts and ideas that require symbols to bring the ideas into form. The most ancient of these mythological symbols is the Chinese dragon. Chinese philosophical thought is the oldest in the world, with a recorded history covering... (posted by Maurice 1 year 69 days ago.)
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Mankind has always developed mythologies in an effort to explain and understand his place in the world. This has led to the development of abstract thoughts and ideas that require symbols to bring the ideas into form. The most ancient of these mythological symbols is the Chinese dragon. Chinese philosophical thought is the oldest in the world, with a recorded history covering... (posted by Maurice 1 year 69 days ago.)
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