Blog posts — Mid-Century Modern
The History of the Flycatcher Pendant Light
Art Deco Edwardian Flycatcher Glass Shades History Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lights Vintage Lighting
The Flycatcher pendant light has been a fixture of British interiors for over a century. Yet for all its familiarity — that shallow, bowl-shaped glass shade, suspended from the ceiling in hallways, parlours, and dining rooms across the country — its origins are surprisingly little documented. This is the story of where it came from, how it evolved, and why it endures. What's in a Name? The term Flycatcher is largely a British colloquialism, and its etymology is pleasingly literal: the shallow, upward-facing bowl was said to catch flies — and dust — before they could settle on the bulb...
Mid-Century Modern vs Art Deco Lighting: How to Tell the Difference
Art Deco Buying Guide Interior Design Lighting Styles Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lighting
Who is itsalight?
Art Deco Flycatcher Mid-Century Modern Vintage lighting
itsalight is the independent lighting studio of Michael Grassi, based in Worcestershire. Specialising in restored vintage Art Deco and mid-century modern pendant lights — each piece a unique find.
Polaroid Desk Lamp 1940
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Polaroid Desk Lamp 1940by Polaroid Corporation Publication date 1940 https://archive.org/details/polaroid-desk-lamp-1940/mode/2upVintage Polaroid Desk Lamp from 1940 – A mid-century lighting icon that captures the essence of classic industrial design. This authentic Polaroid desk lamp represents a pivotal moment in lighting history, when functional workspace illumination met modernist aesthetics. The 1940 Polaroid desk lamp is a sought-after piece for collectors of vintage desk lamps, mid-century modern lighting, and retro office furniture. Originally manufactured by the Polaroid Corporation, this lamp exemplifies the era's commitment to combining practicality with elegant form. Key features of this vintage lighting piece: Authentic 1940s manufacturing by Polaroid Corporation...