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In a snug lounge area, keep the mood intimate by keeping the lighting low. Two wall brackets outfitted with carbon-filament bulbs – the Paisley, one of the earliest electric fixtures ever made – create the ideal ambiance for a cozy tête-à-tête.

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Plum
Plum

Victorian Rod Pendant

$250.00

The Plum is based on one of the first electric fixtures ever made. Originally manufactured in the 1880s by Sigmund Bergmann, who patented the electric socket and collaborated with Thomas Edison, the Plum was a buzz-worthy innovation in its time. In our time, it's still a conversation piece - a...

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Paisley
Paisley

Victorian Wall Bracket

$260.00

The Paisley is a historically accurate reproduction of one of the earliest electric fixtures ever made. This wall bracket was originally manufactured in the 1880s by Sigmund Bergmann, a close collaborator of Thomas Edison's and the man who patented the electric socket. We owe him a debt of gra...

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Sun Mirror
Sun Mirror

$398.00 Sale $338.30

Beveled mirrored tiles surround the round center mirror on this sunny style. While it has a modern feel, it could easily brighten up a more traditional design scheme. No matter their style, mirrors are among decorators' most beloved tricks of the trade. They bounce light, making a room f...

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Eastlake Door Knob
Eastlake Door Knob

5 options available

$34.00

Delicately incised Eastlake-patterned hardware like our Eastlake Door Knob combines asymmetric geometric patterns with Japanese-inspired motifs like bamboo and sunbursts - typical high-style design of its heyday -- the 1880s. Beyond sharing an appreciation for the beauty of antique doorkn...

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Large Floreat Hook
Large Floreat Hook

Brass-plated Steel

$7.00

Our Large Floreat Hook, sold in packages of five, holds up to 50 pounds. For more than 100 years, Picture Hanging Hooks have offered an elegant alternative to putting holes in walls. Use molding hooks combined with Picture Hanging Cord or Hanging Kits in your choice of color for a beautiful e...

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Picture Hanging Cord
Picture Hanging Cord

6 options available

$1.50

Use this decorative, wire-core, twisted cord in combination with a picture rail hook to hang your photos and artwork in vintage style. Rated for 60lbs, this 3-ply cord can hold heavy and large picture frames. $(document).ready(function() { $('#quantityLabel').text('feet:'); })

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Plain Picture Hook
Plain Picture Hook

2 options available

$5.00

Our Plain Brass Picture Hook remains quietly in the background and allows your artwork to shine. For more than 100 years, Picture Hanging Hooks have offered an elegant alternative to putting holes in walls. Use molding hooks combined with Picture Hanging Cord or Hanging Kits in your choice of...

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Lewis Duplex Coverplate
Lewis Duplex Coverplate

9 options available

$20.00

The classic single duplex outlet design has changed little in 100 years – though our forged, solid-brass coverplates are much more heavy-duty than most antique originals you'll find.

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Lewis Push-Button Switchplate
Lewis Push-Button Switchplate

8 options available

$20.00

Still have original push-button switches and brass coverplates in your old house? Count your blessings: They've survived remodels, design fads, wear, and tear. In fact, the classic two-button on-off switch has been in use since well before 1900.

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