Antique Lit

Its softly translucent milk glass provides an even, diffused illumination and creates a particularly striking effect when lit. Above the shade is an elaborate chrome-plated skyscrap...

The lamp retains its impressive acorn-shaped opaline glass shade, which produces a soft, atmospheric illumination when lit. The combination of polished metal, geometric detailing and...

She holds symbolic devotional elements including a lit candle, while abundant floral decoration contributes colour, richness and visual depth to the composition.

Each shade is wired independently, so the lamp may be lit in part or in full. The design appeared shortly after domestic electricity became widespread in American cities, and the pen...

One of the pink glass sconces (bobeche)has a small piece missing, whilst disappointing this piece is not noticed from the ground The light is warm when lit and will need connection ...

The alabaster shade displays the subtle natural veining and tonal variations inherent to the stone, which become particularly attractive when the lamp is lit. The wrought-iron base a...

The glass is molded in pronounced floral and botanical relief, creating an especially decorative surface both when illuminated and when switched off. Once lit, the opaline glass diff...

This museum-quality French Empire 'Lit en bateau' (boat bed) represents the zenith of Parisian ébénisterie circa 1810.

The domed glass shade provides a pleasing contrast to the pewter structure and softly diffuses the illumination when lit. Decorative detailing throughout the column and base further ...

The sky is worked in warm gold and pink cloud bands suggesting sunset, setting the pale stone of the castle in silhouette above the darker trees, while the bridge and its lion are ke...

Otto und Auguste Stoessl, Wien XIII, Auhofstr. 235, um 1900-02 Wohnung Haberfeld Manufacturer Friedricht Otto Schmidt Lit.: Rukschcio, Schachel, Adolf Loos, S. 32 und 71 (Möbel in ...

The interior tells a different story: oxidation in aged silver, rust stains, variations that turn the inside of the cone into an almost lunar texture. Lit with a filament bulb, that ...

On the left-hand side of the image, the surface of the sea stretches towards the horizon with a band of clouds, dimly lit by an evening sky, almost night-like. Her face is framed by ...

. - The circular brass ceiling mounts house the most wonderful prismatic cut glass shades which looks magnificent when lit. - Exceptional condition for their age with the most wonder...

He worked in the tradition of the Flemish and Dutch masters of the previous century, whose taste for exotic costume and richly lit interiors he revisited for the collectors of his ow...

Below, a longitudinal section, 'Doorsnede over de lengte', reveals the top-lit galleries behind the facade: a tall central hall with clerestory glazing and sculpted busts in niches, ...

D'une longueur de 215 cm, elles trouveront naturellement leur place dans une vaste entrée, un salon, une galerie ou au pied d'un grand lit. Elles conviendront également à un projet d...

Together with the five surrounding shades, this creates an impressive six-light arrangement and a particularly rich illumination when lit. Above, five upright architectural supports...

The painting features an inner frame decorated with scrollwork friezes and floral motifs, at the center of which is a winged putto holding a lit torch, hovering over a vase. This all...

A well executed composition with a pair of charming figures to the foreground with the bay of Naples behind, lit by a wonderfully luminescent sky.

The upper part gives the upper floor, a vast, symmetrical arrangement of top-lit galleries for portraits, small paintings, large paintings and guild or corporation portraits around a...

As a solution, prior to snuffing the candle, a match would be lit and this would provide enough light to climb the stairs and close the bed curtains before burning out. ** This desig...

The large geometric dome shade is formed from moulded cased opaline glass, producing a soft, diffused illumination when lit. Above sits an elaborate multi-stage bronze and brass gall...

French Rococo Style Gothic Look Lantern Hall Light A superb quality heavy brass lantern, the light has 5 arched clear glass panels The lantern is decorated in the Arts and Crafts G...

The opalescent satin‑finished shade flares gently at the rim and drops into a domed center, from which a continuous ring of elongated, tapering icicle forms descends, each finely mod...

Proportions are compact and well balanced, with the wide shade offsetting the slender stem. Lit, the marbled glass casts a warm, amber glow well suited to a side table, nightstand or...

Panitzsch was an admirer of Vermeer’s technique and also favored subtly-lit interiors showing women absorbed in domestic or musical pursuits.

Old print of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, as it was between 1794 and 1809 showing the tiers of boxes stage left and the chandelier-lit auditorium with a small party of visitors sta...

A particularly beautiful detail shows the little Cupid covering his face with his hand in a gesture of despair, as if foreseeing that the love between the two would soon come to an e...

The lamp has 7 branches and a shield back plate The Light is sound and is lit with Candles it is 20” high, 18” across and 17” deep to the wall TKF23

It utilizes his signature technique of contrasting a dimly lit room with a soft, bright window backdrop to highlight the family bond.

Further, he utilizes a dramatic, high-contrast light source coming from the upper left, making the center grapes look lit from within against a dark, moody background.

Delightful Art Deco Brass and Star Etched Glass Lantern This lovely light has a cylindrical glass etched with large and small stars The lantern has a triple candle sconce which giv...

Its hand-painted decoration and opaque glass create a warm, diffused illumination when lit while remaining highly decorative when switched off.

An amusing nineteenth-century genre scene depicting two men playing cards in a dimly lit tavern. The artist captures their animated expressions with remarkable character and detail: ...

A seventh light is mounted centrally inside the body, illuminating the red interior and allowing a warm red-orange glow to emerge through the pierced openings when the chandelier is ...

Further, he utilizes a dramatic, high-contrast light source coming from the upper left, making the center grapes look lit from within against a dark, moody background.

Work probably from 17th century period : these lanterns were used in churches or chapels where they were kept constantly lit with oil or wax. They symbolize the presence of Christ in...

The glass retains period manufacturing characteristics, including a visible glass thread that can be seen when the sconce is lit. There are also several small surface chips along the...

The sconces are topped with frosted glass shades shaped like flickering flames, creating a warm, ambient glow when lit.

Highly decorative both lit and unlit, this rare floor lamp works equally well in Swedish Grace, Rustic Modern, Arts & Crafts, or contemporary interiors.

Complete with its original frilled opaline glass shades, beautifully made and wonderfully diffused when lit. The height is fully adjustable: the cords can be drawn through the ceilin...

Most interesting is the nice aged patina that shows when the fixture is lit up. That gives this lamp its character. The lamp takes 3 E12 bulbs and its nicely done.

White metal structure and brass details, 6 heavy glass pipes which creates a great atmosphere when lit. 2 E14 each lamp. In very good vintage condition and fully working.

A flying cherub precedes the pair on the left, parting the clouds and holding a lit torch, a symbol of the passionate love that drove Zeus to perform this act, while two other cherub...

The deep, half‑moon alabaster shades flare gently at the rim and show dramatic veining that glows warmly when lit, giving a soft, diffuse light typical of Kiss’s use of stone.


Unlit it’s a soft matte white; lit it becomes translucent with depth and movement.

Historically, these lamps were lit during religious ceremonies, festivals, and family gatherings, serving as a symbol of hope and auspiciousness.

Each features hammered iron construction with a pierced medallion containing flames, which cleverly appear to dance when lit by fire from behind. Strong yet wonderfully minimalist, t...

Colored jewel-tone stained glass panels set in leaded glass lites in a tulip pattern on each of the four sides with shades of emerald green, amber, cobalt blue, and clear rippled gla...

The foreground is entirely given over to the sea: a wide, restless, green and white expanse worked in short loaded strokes over a warm ground, with the panel showing through in place...

The central stem supports four tiers of decorative arms, the three upper tiers sweep down and up ending in graduated beaded ‘obelisks’ The lower tier of six candle lit arms have larg...

There is no figure anywhere in the picture, and that is entirely deliberate. The lit window tells you a house is occupied; the darkness tells you the day is over; the absence of anyo...

Highly detailed, heavy oval frames house the original beveled mirrors, creating a beautiful play of light when the candles are lit. Age-appropriate antique effect on mirrors adds to ...

6 Branch Iron Candelier Hung with Coloured Crystal Fruits, Grapes, Apples and Pears This is a stunning piece, lit with candles, the aged gilt iron frame is hung with bunches of Ambe...

Multilayer etching visible when lit internally. Signed with cameo signature.

The use of light—the opaline becoming diaphanous and incandescent when lit from the inside—magnificently enhances the decoration.

The subject matter of Grimshaw’s paintings was innovative. Night scenes, lit by moonlight, reflected on wet cobbled streets where horse-drawn traffic moved, wraithlike, through the m...

The outdoor setting, suggested by the dimly lit architectural backdrops on the right and the vegetation in the background, evokes the typical style of stately gardens of the era, whe...

‘Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres’ Mark on the lit stamped in blue. We have another vase to complement this one.