This practical guide by interior design expert, Barty Phillips, will
focus on lighting from Victorian times onwards with examples of what you
can have in your own home, as well as a social history and the reasoning
behind the shapes and colors used in each era. The book will be divided
into eras (Edwardian, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, wartime, postwar and
Modernism, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s) highlighting the styles in
each era. It covers ceiling and wall lights, plus table lamps and floor
lamps - these can range from Art Nouveau lights to 1930s chrome
helicopters and favrile glass Tiffany lights. Barty offers practical
advice on what to spot when buying including how to spot fakes,
essential accessories plus practical advice on the safe hanging of
lights. This essential book finishes with advice on cleaning, a glossary
of terms and a directory of vintage lighting specialists.