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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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Pair of 1950s Italian Brass, Black Metal and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, featuring round brass wall plates, gently curved brass arms, black lacquered metal elements and white opaline glass shades. The design is...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Large Art Déco Pendant Light, Germany 1920s - 1930s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Large pendant light from the 1920s - 1930s with a marbled glass shade and rope suspension. The light has a large, light pink shade with orange-black marbling. The shade has an elegan...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
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Brass
Japanese Red Lacquered and Art Glass Wall Lantern Sconce
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
2023 Japanese red lacquered and art glass wall sconce
Rewired
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Vintage 1950s Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pair of 1950s Italian Sculptural Wall Lights in Brass, Green and Opaline Glass
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, characterized by a sculptural mid-century composition and a distinctive combination of brass, green lacquer and opaline glass.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Austrian Mid-Century Pair of "Citrus" Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Beauty and stunning Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Franken KG. ...
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Metal, Brass
Pietro Chiesa style. Art Deco and Atomic Era glass pendant light, Italy, 1950s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Compatible with US/EU standards. LED compatible.
Mid-Century and Art Deco style pendant lamp in the style of Pietro Chiesa’s designs for Fontana Arte, Italy, 1950s. This chandelier ...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Chrome, Brass, Metal
