Originally, lamps could be carried or hung from ceilings singly or in clusters. The pendant hanging lamps were originally hanging clay fat lamps as well as suspended clay oil lamps that were soon followed by vase lamps. Modern day hanging lamps can be shaped into different forms and. may remind us strongly of the past or be simple and futuristic creations.
Popular Designs Include The Crucifixion
In the intricate arabesques of flowers and foliage that fill empty spaces one can find simple and elegant designs beautifully created to give off more than just good lighting; but, also lends a touch of class to the hanging lamp. A popular design used in many such lighting unit is that of the Crucifixion that may also have identifying inscriptions. It is not unusual to find saints or eagles surmounting a medallion along with the Virgin to lend both religious as well as visions of power to the decoration of the hanging lamp.
The modern hanging lamp can also very often be found hanging above a pool table and provides all the illumination necessary for players at the table. These inexpensive ceiling fixtures can have many designs on them and, help in providing all the necessary illumination as well as functionality required by players while enjoying their game of pool.
In any case, one is able to add elegance to a room using a hanging lamp that, if handcrafted, will help to create a more authentic look. It may be adorned with plastic beads hanging from below the unit and, have different pieces of glass in many shades to throw off many colored lights into the room. There are many possibilities as far as the design of a hanging lamp is concerned.
Hanging lamps are certainly able to remind one of the Victorian Era and, modern versions usually depict Old English lamp d cor and, have different finishes that are reminiscent of those past years. One can choose to have Imperial Bronzes or Marcado blacks or even aged copper for design and, the wealth of natural charm contained in these pieces, will certainly add an extra allure to the immediate surroundings.
Hanging lamps may also be used outdoors with promising lantern designs that enhance the exteriors and, are especially useful when used to light up the front porch by inducing a sense of nostalgia of past eras. The hanging lamp makes a home brighter and, can also be used to good effect in offices and, there are many different appealing designs available for use in either space.