Lampshade Collection (#6)

Advert for Spiers & Ponds stores, oil lamps 1898
Selection of Victorian oil lamps available from Spiers & Pond s, hardware department. 1898

Fire in London Underground train near Holland Park
Fire in a London Underground train near Holland Park Station, 28 July 1958. General view of the fire-damaged rear section of the first carriage

Today, Monday, the eve of the Palestine conference, members of the British delegation Heighington Lancaster house, St James s, London, to meet delegates from 7 Arab nations, Egypt, Iraq, Syria

Woodwork from an old English room in the library, house of Miss Anne Morgan, New York City, 1924
Woodwork from an old English room adds interest to the library, house of Miss Anne Morgan, New York City, 1924. Anne Morgan (1873-1952) was a wealthy socialite and philanthropist

General view of lounge, Oakland Golf Club, Bayside, New York, 1923. From The Architectural Forum Volume XXXIX. [Rogers and Manson, New York, 1923]

Boudoir, c1940. Room designed by F. Yorke-Smith of Harrods Ltd. From The Studio Volume 119. [The Studio Ltd, London & New York, 1940]

Alexandre Duval, French restaurant owner and society figure, 1900. Duval inheited a chain of cheap restaurants founded by his father, the Bouillons Duval, from which Alexandre got the nickname

Charles Mangin, French soldier, 1918. Mangin was a general in the French Army during the First World War. Nicknamed the Butcher by his troops

Stamping and sorting office, General Post Office, London, 1875. A print from The Illustrated London News, 13th February 1875

Advert for Clarkes Cricklite Lamps, 1899. A print from the Pears Annual, of Christmas 1899

General Electric Cos Showroom, 1933. From The Studio Volume 106. [The Offices of the Studio, London, 1933]

All was for the best, 1904. We can t entertain each other; we must spend our evenings apart!. A print from The Girls Own Annual, 10 December 1904

Good History, 1871. Artist: Oluf Simony Jensen
Good History, 1871

Leaders of Vichy France, c1941-1942
Leaders of Vichy France, c1940-1942. Marshal Philippe Petain (left), Head of Stae of the Vichy regime established after the defeat of France in June 1940

Tabby kitten with light bulb
Unusual Friends - tabby kitten holding on tightly to a light bulb, probably inside a standard lamp. 1950s

Lunch Room, Hotel Kramer, Malmo, Sweden
Lunch Room, Hotel Kramer, Stortorget (the historic Main Square of the city), Malmo, Sweden. Date: circa 1910s

Advert for Arctic Lamps 1898
Decorative lamps with the old style burning shades and the new improved Artic lamp with shade support. 1898

Lampshades with motifs 1929
Lampshades with motifs of marigolds and parrots, products for Harrods catalogue lampshades department. Date: 1929

Incense, Cinnamon, Myrrh
Orientalism: depiction of the influece of all things eastern upon western fashions including harem pants or Turkish trousers & turbans. N.B lampshade tunic. Date: 1914

At Dressmakers 1913
A dressmaker adjusts the hem of a tango skirt which is worn with a backless, sleeveless tunic & striped sash. A gentleman holds her fur- trimmed mantle. Date: 1913

Joseph Spirati, Showroom, 12 Mortimer Street, London
Joseph Spirati, Showroom displaying lamps and lampshades, 12 Mortimer Street, London. Date: circa 1910

Lamp shade 1887
Lampshade has a framework of wire and covered with red satin and lace adorned with red ribbon rushing and bows. Date: 1887

Advert for Stadelmann & Co. lamps 1889
Three ornate style stands with lampshade. Date: 1889

Designs in a brochure, Dy-o-la Dyes
Designs in a brochure showing how to decorate household items with Dy-o-la Dyes. Date: 1920s

Home refurbished by Dy-o-la Dyes
Page from a brochure, a home entirely refurbished by Dy-o-la Dyes. Date: 1920s

The Empire Cookery Book - Advert for Holophane Lampshades. Date: 1920s

Tapestry designs, Weldons Beautiful Needlework
Tapestry designs for home furnishings, a double page spread in Weldons Beautiful Needlework magazine. Date: circa 1920s

Cast and crew on a film set -- a man and woman sit at a table, while another man holds up a slate (Shot 11, Set 3). Date: 20th century

MARIE DRESSLER (1868-1934). Canadian-American actress and comedian. Posing in a lampshade hat. Photograph, c1909

Dinner by Lamplight, 1899 (oil on panel)
XIR37021 Dinner by Lamplight, 1899 (oil on panel) by Vallotton, Felix Edouard (1865-1925); 57x89.5 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: le diner, effet de lampe; ); Swiss, out of copyright

Woman Reading by a Paper-bell Shade, 1766 (oil on canvas)
XYC189965 Woman Reading by a Paper-bell Shade, 1766 (oil on canvas) by Morland, Henry Robert (1730-97); 76.2x63.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English

Lampshade made of paper, background, wallpaper

ELECTRIC LAMP, 1908. A woman pulling the switch on an electric lamp, which has a base in the form of a sculpted female figure. Photographed by a Chicago, Illinois studio, 1908

ADVERTISEMENT: LAMPS, 1890. Advertisement for kerosene lamps and furniture from an English newspaper of c1890

Statue in one of the Buddhist temples of Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica gutturalis) adult, perched at nest on lampshade in restaurant, Thaton, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand, November

Fire in London Underground train near Holland Park
Fire in a London Underground train near Holland Park Station, 28 July 1958. General view of the fire-damaged rear section of the first carriage

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"Unveiling the Timeless Charm: A Journey Through Lampshade History" Step into a bygone era as men engage in a spirited game of billiards, their laughter echoing through the club's hallowed halls, and is the 1920s, and amidst the clinking of glasses and clouds of smoke, an elegant woman finds solace in her dimly lit room at night, basking in the soft glow emanating from a captivating lampshade. The scene shifts to a triumphant billiards champion proudly clutching his trophy, his victory immortalized forever. Adjacent to this portrait stands another masterpiece - not painted on canvas but crafted meticulously with fabric and wire - an exquisite lampshade that exudes artistic brilliance. Fast forward to 1954, where creativity takes center stage as individuals are encouraged to fashion their own unique lampshades. The image is accompanied by detailed instructions, empowering enthusiasts to unleash their imagination upon these functional yet decorative objects. Travel back even further in time with adverts showcasing Oetzmann & Co. 's Victorian furniture from 1890. Amongst ornate chairs and lavish sofas stands an enchanting lamp adorned with an opulent shade – its presence elevating any room it graces. Delving deeper into history reveals trade catalogues from 1911 featuring an array of lamp stands and shades; each design meticulously curated for discerning customers seeking elegance and sophistication within their homes. Intriguing adverts emerge from Elkington & Co. , offering glimpses into Victorian life in 1895. Amidst scenes of domestic bliss lies a curious juxtaposition – a dog curiously peering at a mysterious lampshade draped over its head; perhaps seeking refuge or simply indulging in playful mischief. A leap forward brings us face-to-face with Clarkes cricklite lamps advertised enticingly in 1897. These innovative creations promised illumination like never before – revolutionizing spaces while casting mesmerizing shadows through their captivating lampshades.