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Why is it called festoon lighting?
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The story of why it is called festoon lighting begins with the history of this type of fixture. Festoon originates from the Latin word for a feast, festun. The ancient Romans and Greeks once decorated for large feasts by hanging garlands above the tables. Once in place, these swags of greenery and flowers formed visually appealing curves. Festoon lighting has a similar curved effect when attached to a wall or a ceiling at various points. You may also see festoon lighting referred to as string lights, fairy lights or party lights. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of lighting from some of the world's top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Italian Chandelier in Brass, Green-Lacquered Metal and Opaline Glass , 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
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Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass
Located in Rome, IT
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Opaline Glass & Burnished Brass Ball Pendants with Tassel, Germany 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
German Art Deco Opaline Pendants, 1930s, Bauhaus era
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
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1950s Italian Pair of Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass
Located in Rome, IT
A refined pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, characterized by elegant proportions and a light, sculptural silhouette typical of mid-century Italian lighting design. Each sc...
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Marcel VASSEUR Large Art Deco Alabaster Pendant Chandelier, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
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Expertly Restored-Arthur Jacobs Model-350 Floor Lamp for Modeline of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
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