Lamps have a very charming way of livening up the interiors. They have a personality about them, a characteristic elegance that brings about a classic look and feel to the room. table lamps are just a notch higher. They not only offer the basic functionality that a table lamp has to offer but each lamp you buy has a story to tell. There is so much about the lamp that each day you take a closer look at it, you will discover a hidden quality either in the way it is designed or in the way it is structured. It is this reason why table lamps are considered as a treasured addition to your home other than just a mere decorative item.

Table lamps are of different kinds. The most popular ones you will find in the market are ones that sport a Victorian or a Tiffany style of shade. If you cannot afford to buy original lighting, you can even opt for lamps that are replicas of the famous designs. Most these days are replicas. Original always stands out but if you feel, these table lights are a little out of your budget you can always settle for a decent imitation. In order to appreciate these lamps you should know a bit about the intricacies that go along with the style and make. For instance the Victorian era lights are extravagant, make use of elaborate tassels, furnishings etc and the top part of the glass light shade is usually adorned in rich stained colors. These table lamps are appropriate decorative pieces for the living room, the guest bedroom, and the mantle over the fire place.

The Modern Lamps

The modern style lamps on the other hand make use of subtleties to create an overall appeal. These modern lamps do not use any loud colors of design patterns and thus they are considered to be ideal for an office work table or a study table at home. They are designed more with only one or two colors in mind and have the latest type of bulbs in them, with some also having dimmers fitted for variable light settings

Table lamps can never run out of charm and they will continue to be a part of well-furnished households for a long time to come. You will find a very interesting yet understated play of colors in Tiffany style table lamps.