Art Deco Table Lamps
Art deco was first introduced in the 1920’s. Known for its lavish ornaments and geometric shapes, art deco can also be identified by its focus on modernism. Whether you are reinventing a whole room or just looking for a table lamp to complete the look of your place, art deco is definitely a very good choice.
Art deco table lamps come in a variety of designs, and one of the most popular is that of a human figure holding the shade. The tall figural statue table lamp by Pierre Le Faguays, for instance, is a very good example of this kind of lamp. Well executed and very beautiful, this piece shows great attention to detail, which is one of the main requirements of any art piece. The small light that this lamp produces is excellent for creating a romantic ambience, but is not good enough for a task light. An original, this piece by Pierre Le Faguays cost around $6,500.
Antique art deco lamps can be a little expensive, but this doesn’t mean they are your only option. If you are looking for a more affordable lamp with an art deco design, I suggest that you go for a reproduction instead. They carry the same look as those of the original, but they are way cheaper by about a thousand dollars.
If you are ready to splurge on an original art deco lamp, I suggest that you look out for replicas. Some people are actually selling replicas online and will tell you that they are selling an original piece, so you have to be very careful. I’m sure you wouldn’t want to spend a thousand dollars on something that turns out to be fake, would you? Some original lamps have damaged wiring, so you would also want to ask the seller if they could rewire the lamp for you so that it’s safer to use. Some will charge extra for this service, but some offer it for free.
Using an art deco table lamp doesn’t mean that you only have to stick with one décor. Although most people use art deco lamps to match with the art deco design of their room, you can always choose to use it in a room with a contemporary look. Mixing modern décor with art deco is actually becoming more and more popular, especially in new homes. There are about a hundred ideas online for designing with art deco. If you want to learn more about how to do this, there are a couple of sites who can help you with this as well as magazines that covers art deco.
