What periods do these fixtures come from?

The pieces span from the nineteenth century through the Edwardian era and into the nineteen-thirties. Art Deco and Victorian examples are well represented alongside twentieth-century designs. Earlier nineteenth-century pieces often feature grand bronze and crystal compositions, while nineteen-thirties items lean toward chrome and streamlined steel frames.

How do I identify an Art Deco fixture?

Art Deco lighting typically utilises modern industrial materials such as chrome and steel combined with geometric glass shades. These fixtures date predominantly from the nineteen-thirties. They reject the ornate floral motifs of earlier Victorian and Edwardian pieces in favour of clean, streamlined silhouettes.

What is the difference between silver plated and silver gilded?

Silver plating involves depositing a thin layer of actual silver onto a base metal like brass or copper. Silver gilding applies silver leaf or powder to a bronze or brass substrate, often creating a warmer tone. Both techniques were used to achieve a precious metal appearance without the heavy weight and cost of solid silver.