April 20, 2011
Different styles of glass lamp shades can be seen in homes of decor-conscious residents around the country. Glass shades are famous for their practical use as light in addition to their beauty that is amplified by the central light source. They are important “anchor pieces”, which are elements of decor that carry so much weight that they can be central pieces around which other decorative elements are added. For example, furniture sets or distinctive old antique cabinets can serve as anchor pieces.
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April 4, 2011
Glass lamp shades are often elevated to the status of art even though they are employed as a lighting appliance in the home. This is due to the aesthetic flexibility of glass, giving rise to visually-pleasing elements such as stained glass, wrought iron shapes, and interesting lamp profiles. The sentimental value of the shades is correspondingly higher than that of other household items, and many homeowners are loathe to part with a broken shade preferring instead to fix or restore it.
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