Tiffany Style Lamps

Classic Looks with Tiffany Style Lamps

I'll bet Mr. Tiffany's little boy had no idea the impact his creative genius would have on American design history. Born in New York in 1848, the son of the silver and jewelry store magnate, young Louis dabbled in painting as well as designing and creating all sorts of stained glass windows, vases, pottery and jewelry. But it's the colorful, uniquely decorative Tiffany style lamps that have become iconic, and have been reproduced all over the world. I may not be able to afford an original, but thankfully there are some terrific reproductions available via the Internet.

If you're looking for Tiffany style lamps on the web, prepare to be amazed! I found an endless array of colors, styles, and price ranges. It's great fun to hunt for the right lamp, because it's a bit like a miniature art lesson. You can go to a Manhattan dealer's website and enjoy browsing through nothing but original, authentic pieces, and you might take the time to check out the family's contributions to American art, jewelry, and lighting at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's website. Or if you just want to shop, you can visit various online retailers and spend the afternoon looking at reproduction Tiffany style lamps, hanging light fixtures, and shades. Personally, while I love looking at the museum sites, I only shop for the replicas because they're so reasonably priced.

Shopping for Tiffany style lamps on the web is such fun, mostly because of the terrific selection that's available. And when you're buying online, lots of times you'll find free shipping as well as low price guarantees. I think it's a good idea to get an education before buying, though, because you really don't want to spend too much on Tiffany style lamps that aren't even original. But if you've got the money to invest in an original, make sure to look for a reputable dealer with documented, museum quality pieces. Happy shopping!

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