What periods do these lamps come from?

The pieces span the Victorian and Edwardian eras, the 1920s, and the nineteenth and eighteenth centuries. They reflect various revival styles and regional decorative traditions, including Anglo-Indian and French provincial work.

Are these lamps made of wood or metal?

Both materials appear across the selection. You find turned dark oak, walnut, and carved wood alongside brass, chrome, and papier-mâché. Some examples combine wooden bases with fabric or glass shades.

How do I identify Kashmiri twist lamps?

Kashmiri examples typically feature hand-painted decoration and lacquer over wooden or papier-mâché bodies. They often date from the early twentieth century and display distinctive regional floral or patterned motifs. Their surface texture differs markedly from plain polished oak or cast brass.