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Oct 6, 2014

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Top 5 Restoration Vintage Fixtures

New Restoration Vintage style lighting fixtures from the Dallas Lighting Market are fascinating, substantial and ingenious.  See our top picks and be inspired by retro-industrial style and vintage-restoration lighting design.

Top 5 Restoration Vintage Fixtures

1.  “Broche” from Crystorama

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The “Broche” pendant, available in an Antique Gold or Antique Silver finish, features a leaf-like bouquet in wrought iron suspended by a decorative chain-link.  This restoration vintage fixture is also available in a mixed-metal combination for the epitome of high-style.

2.  “Middlefield”  from Fredrick Ramond

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“Middlefield,” a rustic and chic restoration vintage masterpiece, presents a historic feel in Solid Distressed wood and steel with an Iron Rust finish.  The pear-shaped finial,  superbly crafted and detailed, adds to the elegance and stature of this outstanding over five-foot tall chandelier.

3.  “Livingston” from Murray Feiss

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The “Livingston” pendant from Murray Feiss presents restoration vintage style with a modern twist.  Finished in a choice of High-Gloss Gray or High-Gloss White, the caged rounded dome delivers a soothing illumination through the dual Clear glass surrounded by a Sandblast outer layer of glass.

4.  “Reel” from Varaluz Lighting

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“Reel” from Varaluz Lighting is reminiscent of the vintage movie reel. This spherical composition delivers a modest charm and sophistication in a rich Rustic Bronze finish fashionably illuminated by three decorative slender vintage light sources.

5.  “121 Main” from Troy Lighting

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“121 Main” from Troy Lighting provides a brilliant display of illumination in a creative and surprising mix of whimsy and elegance.  Hand-worked wrought iron supporting a cascade of pressed glass beer bottles delivers the dazzle of a formal crystal chandelier, while the Old Silver accented with Brass finish, signature “wrecking ball” center and dangling bottle opener elevate this restoration vintage style with an original and playful vigor.

The Dallas Market


The Dallas Market Center, home of the American Lighting Association (ALA), is the most complete wholesale merchandise resource for home decor and the lighting industry.  Attracting buyers and exhibitors from around the world, the Dallas Market Center is where the “best of the best” introduce new products, including the latest giftware, decorative accent pieces, garden accessories, and–of course–outstanding LIGHTING designs!

Professional lighting consultants from Capitol Lighting have meticulously reviewed hundreds of showrooms filled with the latest restoration-vintage lighting fixture styles and chandeliers presented by elite lighting manufacturers from around the world.  See inspiring new designs from top vendors in the US, Europe and Asia, including Crystorama, Hinkley, Murray Feiss, Troy Lighting and Varaluz Lighting,

Visit a Capitol Lighting showroom or 1800lighting.com to see the latest from the Dallas Market Center.  Take a look at trend-setting and noteworthy restoration vintage lighting designs; this year’s styles are sure to inspire your decorative desire and captivate your attention!