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2. Tiffany lamp - Wikipedia

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   Table lamp c. 1900–1906. A Tiffany lamp is a type of lamp made of glass and shade designed by Louis Comfort Tiffany or artisans, mostly women, and made (in originals) in his design studio. The glass in the lampshades is put together with the copper-foil technique instead of leaded, the classic technique for stained-glass windows.

3. Chalkware - Wikipedia

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   Chalkware. Chalkware is an American term for popular figurines either made of moulded plaster of Paris (usually) or sculpted gypsum, and painted, typically with oils or watercolors. [1] [2] They were primarily created during one of three periods: from the late 18th century to the beginning of the 20th century, during the Great Depression, and ...

4. Fairy lamp - Wikipedia

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   The lamps' original purpose was utilitarian with the typical pieces including the base, a cup for the candle, and the chimney or shade. [ 1] Their creation began in the 1840s, when a new type of candle was developed. These candles were smaller, fatter, and encased with paper; [ 2] they were usually set in a saucer of water to burn.

5. Banker's lamp - Wikipedia

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   The banker's lamp is a style of electric desk or table lamp often characterized by a brass stand, green glass lamp shade, and pull-chain switch. Such a lamp was first patented in the United States under the Emeralite brand name. These types of lamp are frequently used in libraries throughout the United States, which have made the lamp popular ...

6. Edward Miller & Co - Wikipedia

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   Primarily lamps and lighting systems. Edward Miller & Co. (1844–1924) was formed in Meriden, Connecticut, and is primarily known as a historical manufacturer of lamps. The company also made brass kettles and oil heaters. In 1866, the corporation was formed with capital of US$200,000. Its earlier beginning included being started by Horatio ...

7. Milk glass - Wikipedia

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   Milk glass. Decorative pedestal milk glass bowl. Milk glass is an opaque or translucent, milk white or colored glass that can be blown or pressed into a wide variety of shapes. First made in Venice in the 16th century, colors include blue, pink, yellow, brown, black, and white.