#tbtPrimelite Victorian Gas Lights

Posted on July 21, 2016 by Primelite

These Fantastic Victorian Gaslamps delighted the 1970s

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This week we’re #tbt-ing our Victorian “Gaslamp by Primelite” series from the 1970s. Reflecting the last century’s fascination with Victorian styling, our Gaslamps captured the spirit, and feeling, of the old-time lighting. Updated with modern materials and finishes, the series was available in Old English Brass, Antique Gold, Antique White, as well in special antique finishes. The Gaslamp series featured old-skool glass globes and shades in updated colors. You can be sure these Gaslamps stylishly illuminated many homes, restaurants, offices, dens and basement playrooms.

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Primelite

#tbtPrimelite Victorian Gas Lights II

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#tbtPrimelite: In the 1960’s Victorian inspired home design was very popular, with many mid-century homes showcasing Victorian furniture, lighting and home accessories. At the time, Primelite Mfg’s catalogs featured their line of Victorian gaslight-inspired lighting. Our Victorian lighting series featured colorful and textured glass lampshades that successfully captured that charming “gas-glow” of Victorian lamps. Our popular fixtures would illuminate the interiors of homes. Nationwide.

The Victorian gaslight collection included a range of hanging and wall mounted lights, incorporating decorative brass arms, hanging chains and colorful glass shades. An interior designer’s delight; these lights were available in custom finishes including; Polished Brass and Antique Brass . The textured glass shades were available in colors including; Ruby, Amber, Cranberry, “Acqua” and Opal White.

Posted on January 14, 2016 by Primelite

#tbt / #1970s / #VictorianGasLights

#tbtPrimelite: Catalogs of Primelite’s lighting fixtures were, and still are, an important part of business. Featured in an early catalog was this series of Victorian gaslight inspired fixtures. With colorful and textured glass lampshades, these fixtures successfully captured the charming “gas-glow” of Victorian lamps and brought it to residences throughout the US.