What periods do these lamps come from?

The selection spans the Victorian and Edwardian periods, with pieces dating from the late nineteenth century through to the 1920s. Specific dates within the listings point to the 1880s, 1905, 1910, and George V eras.

How do I distinguish Corinthian from Doric styles?

Corinthian columns feature ornate capitals decorated with carved acanthus leaves and scrolls. Doric columns present a much simpler, plain capital sitting atop a smooth or fluted shaft.

Are these lamps made of solid silver?

Most examples utilise silver plate or electroplated metal over a base metal foundation. A selection of pieces consists of solid sterling silver, marked accordingly from periods such as the early twentieth century.

What other materials are combined with the silver?

Cut glass segments frequently appear within the column shafts, adding transparency and sparkle to the metallic design. Onyx stone and fabric silk shades also feature in the historical record of these lamps.