TRADITIONAL INTERIOR LIGHTING
FIXTURES & COMPONENTS

Suppliers Of Historical Lighting for Restaurants, Commercial & Public Buildings

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Lighting is one of the most important and least understood variables when establishing a mood in a public interior. Frequently, the solution requires hidden high-tech light sources to provide ambient light, combined with high-visibility ornamental fixtures that help establish the theme.

The sources below cover the full range of suppliers of historically inspired lighting -- from shops that specialize in fabricating custom lighting from working drawings, to large-scale contract lighting suppliers. You'll also find suppliers of lighting specialties, such as old-style light bulbs, push-button switches, old-fashioned cloth-covered lamp cord, lamp glass and globes, and metal components for light fixtures. The list also contains metalworkers and craftspeople who are skilled in restoring antique fixtures, and if necessary, bringing them up to modern requirements. You'll also find a few suppliers of original antique fixtures.

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AAMSCO Lighting, Inc. Summerville, SC 843-278-0000; Fax: 843-278-0001 http://www.aamsco.com	Manufacturer of Ferrowatt-brand Edison-reproduction light bulbs: early carbon, 1910 Mazda tungsten & other models.
Acme Metal Spinning Minneapolis, MN 800-383-5971; Fax: 800-747-5861 http://www.acmemetalspinning.com	Custom fabricator of metal spinning & stamping: architectural & light fixture components, domes, cones, flared, cylindrical shell & hemispherical parts; from less than 1-in. to 140-in. dia.; all metals.
Acu-Bright Exeter, NH 800-924-4448; 603-778-7883; Fax: 603-778-7769 http://www.chandelierrestoration.com	Restorer of chandeliers: any size; crystal replacement, re-pining, rewiring, polishing & cleaning; on site or in shop; more than 25 years experience.
Aladdin Light Lift, Inc. Memphis, TN 901-385-0456; Fax: 901-385-0533 http://www.aladdinlightlift.com	Manufacturer of motorized lift system: Light Lift automatically lowers a chandelier for easy cleaning & bulb replacement; some models handle fixtures weighing up to 1,200 lbs.
Architectural Archive Agoura Hills, CA 800-490-7775; 818-706-1411; Fax: 818-706-1865 http://www.a-archive.com	Supplier of lighting fixtures: grilles, columns & doors; custom stained glass; antique & reproduction art glass; for residences, hotels, resorts, casinos, restaurants & government projects. Architectural bronze doors.
Architectural Products by Outwater, LLC Wood Ridge, NJ 800-835-4400; 973-365-2002; Fax: 800-835-4403 http://www.outwater.com	Supplier of 40,000+ decorative building products: architectural moldings & millwork, columns & capitals, wrought-iron components, balustrading, door hardware, lighting, tin ceiling tiles, furniture & cabinet components & more.
Arte De Mexico Burbank, CA 818-753-4559; 818-508-0993; Fax: 818-563-1015 http://www.artedemexico.com	Supplier of hand-forged wrought-iron items: lighting, furniture & accessories; imported from Mexico, Morocco & India; antique architectural elements, doors, furnishings, ironwork & hardware.
Aurora Lampworks Brooklyn, NY 718-384-6039; Fax: 718-384-6198 http://www.auroralampworks.com	Provider of full-service custom lighting restoration, replication & fabrication: metalsmithing, glass blowing & slumping; metal finishing & patination; gas burning; blending old-world techniques with modern-day technologies.
Authentic Designs West Rupert, VT 800-844-9415; 802-394-7713; Fax: 802-394-2422 http://www.authenticdesigns.com	Manufacturer of historical lighting fixtures: chandeliers, lanterns, sconces & table lamps; brass, copper, terne & Vermont maple; Early American & Colonial; CUL/UL listed for wet & damp locations; complete library binder $25.
Automatic Tubing Corp. Brooklyn, NY 718-383-0100; Fax: 718-349-2518 http://www.atcbrass.com	Manufacturer & distributor of embossed ornamental brass tubing: utilized mainly for interior lighting; also for railings, stair rods, brackets, bathroom accessories, traps, drains & furniture; cutting & finishing.
Ball & Ball Lighting Exton, PA 610-363-7330; Fax: 610-363-7639 http://www.ballandball-us.com	Supplier of historical lighting: chandeliers, sconces, pendants, lanterns & table lamps; Early American & Turn of the Century styles; antique/salvaged originals, new designs, custom work & reproductions; restoration services.
Baltica Mattapoisett, MA 508-763-9224; Fax: 508-763-4305 http://www.baltica.com	Manufacturer of hand-crafted, European-made door, window & cabinet hardware: cremone bolts, doorknobs & knockers, hinges, lever handles, push plates, switch plates & more; lighting; Gothic & Baroque; showrooms worldwide.
Bill's Custom Metal Fabrications, Inc. Westbury, NY 516-333-3562; Fax: Same as phone http://www.ironcrafters.com	Manufacturer of ornamental metalwork: railings, furniture, fireplace doors, hardware & candelabras; hand crafted & hand forged.
Capitol Lighting & Restoration Ada, MI 616-844-5000; Fax: 616-897-8921 http://www.capitol-lighting.com	Designer of lighting & lighting equipment: chandeliers, sconces, pendants & lanterns; Early American, Victorian, Art Nouveau & other period styles; antique, new designs, reproductions & custom lighting; restoration services.
Carolina Lanterns & Accessories Mount Pleasant, SC 843-881-4170; Fax: 843-971-3938 http://www.carolinalanterns.com	Fabricator of hand-crafted, historical reproduction exterior lighting: copper; natural gas, LP or electric; lanterns, chandeliers, sconces & more; more than 77 styles; reproductions of 19th-century lanterns & accessories.
Charleston Lighting & Mfg., Inc. Mobile, AL 800-661-9224; 334-478-0072; Fax: 251-473-0306 http://www.charlestonlighting.com	Manufacturer of handmade copper lanterns: natural gas, propane & electric models; Colonial, Victorian, Classical, Turn of the Century, French, Italian & Spanish; post- & wall-mounted lanterns; automatic gas-ignition systems.
Christopher Thomson Ironworks Ribera, NM 505-421-2645; Fax: 505-421-2618 http://www.ctiron.com	Artist, designer & fabricator of hand-forged metalwork: steel & bronze; Southwestern/rustic & transitional contemporary; gates, chandeliers, sconces, pendants, lanterns & table lamps; UL approved; new designs & custom work.
Classic Accents, Inc. Southgate, MI 800-245-7742; Fax: 734-284-7185 http://www.classicaccents.net	Manufacturer of reproduction push-button light switches & carbon-filament light bulbs: cover plates in 25 finishes & styles; molding hooks, tassel kits & picture cord.
Classic Illumination, Inc. Berkeley, CA 510-849-1842; Fax: 510-849-2328 http://www.classicillumination.com	Manufacturer of lighting: chandeliers, pendants, sconces, lamps & torchieres; Neoclassical, Victorian, Turn of the Century, Art Nouveau, Art Deco & contemporary designs; historical reproductions; hotels & restaurants.
Conant Custom Brass, Inc. Burlington, VT 800-832-4482; 802-658-4482x129; Fax: 802-864-9490 http://www.conantcustombrass.com	Manufacturer of lighting: antique/salvaged originals, new designs, restoration & custom work.
Copper House, The Epsom, NH 800-281-9798; 603-736-9798; Fax: 603-736-4921 http://www.thecopperhouse.com	Supplier of hand-crafted metalwork: weathervanes, cupolas, lanterns & garden lighting; brass & copper; standard models & custom work; no imports; retail & wholesale.
Coppersmythe, Josiah R. Harwich, MA 508-432-8590; Fax: 508-432-8587 http://www.jrcoppersmythe.com	Supplier of Colonial-style lighting fixtures: sconces, chandeliers & hanging & wall-mount lanterns; copper, brass, wrought iron, pewter, tin & wood; finished to specifications; historical reproductions; hand crafted; catalog $3.00.
Craftsmen Lighting Co. Marceline, MO 660-376-2481; Fax: 660-376-4076 http://www.craftsmenhardware.com	Supplier of Arts & Crafts-style lighting: chandeliers, sconces & lanterns.
Crenshaw Lighting Floyd, VA 540-745-3900; Fax: 540-745-3911 http://www.crenshawlighting.com	Manufacturer of decorative lighting fixtures: period & custom designs; historical restoration & reproduction.
Dahlhaus Lighting, Inc. Brooklyn, NY 718-599-5413; Fax: Same as phone http://www.dahlhaus-lighting.com	Manufacturer of furnishings & lighting: benches, street clocks, plaques, street lamps, lanterns, bollards, fountains, ornament & mailboxes in styles found in Europe; for residential, commercial & civic sites.
Deep Landing Workshop Chestertown, MD 877-778-4042; 410-778-4042; Fax: 410-778-4070 http://www.deeplandingworkshop.com	Manufacturer of custom lighting fixtures: chandeliers, sconces, pendants & lanterns; new designs, historic reproductions & custom; hand crafted in wood, tin, brass or copper; glass, mica or alabaster shades.
Elcanco, Ltd. Westford, MA 800-423-3836; 978-392-0830; Fax: 978-392-0870 http://www.elcanco.com	Manufacturer of lighting & bulbs: antique & contemporary designs; electric wax candles, 1-candlepower & flame-like bulbs & beeswax candlecovers; hand crafted.
Faubourg Lighting, Inc. Hazlehurst, MS 866-803-7518; 601-894-9090; Fax: 601-894-5195 http://www.faubourglighting.com	Manufacturer of traditional & period lighting: exterior copper gas-burning & electric fixtures; wall mounted, hanging post or any bracket; CSA-certified; custom-design, -color & -size options.
Fine Architectural Metalsmiths Chester, NY 845-651-7550; Fax: 845-651-7857 http://www.iceforge.com	Designer & custom fabricator of ornamental metalwork: street furnishings, lighting, gates & more; curved, straight & monumental stairs; registers & grilles; hand forged & wrought iron, bronze & aluminum; restoration.
Fourteenth Colony Lighting Memphis, TN 800-297-9719; 901-272-7007; Fax: 901-272-0365 http://www.fourteenthcolonylighting.com	Manufacturer of hand-crafted solid-brass & copper light fixtures: sconces, chandeliers, pendants, bell jars & iron rings; post- & wall-mounted & hanging lanterns; several exterior models are UL listed for natural gas.
G Lighting Saint Louis, MO 800-331-2425; Fax: 314-631-7800 http://www.glighting.com	Manufacturer of decorative lighting: chandeliers, sconces, pendants & lanterns; all styles; new designs & custom; restoration services.
Gaby's Shoppe Dallas, TX 800-299-4229; 214-748-6644; Fax: 214-748-7701 http://www.gabys.com	Supplier of hand-crafted ornamental metalwork: furniture, chandeliers, floor & table lamps, drapery hardware, gates & balcony railings in wrought iron.
Gibson & Gibson Antique Lighting Chula Vista, CA 619-422-2447; Fax: 619-422-2495	Fabricator of lighting fixtures: styles from 1860-1930; floor, ceiling, table & wall lighting & crystal chandeliers; antique; repair, rewiring & restoration; UL listed.
Hans Duus Blacksmith, Inc. Buellton, CA 805-688-9731; Fax: 805-688-1793 Supplier Online Brochure	Blacksmith: forged exterior lighting, chandeliers, wall sconces, pendants & more.
Herwig Lighting Russellville, AR 800-643-9523; 479-968-2621; Fax: 479-968-6422 http://www.herwig.com	Designer & manufacturer of cast metalwork: pendant lanterns, street lighting, posts, bells, clocks, benches, bollards, custom plaques & signs, antique fence posts & more; aluminum & bronze; hand crafted.
Hinkley Lighting Cleveland, OH 800-446-5539; 216-671-3300; Fax: 216-671-4537 http://www.hinkleylighting.com	Manufacturer of lighting fixtures: chandeliers, pendants, sconces & lanterns; Victorian, Turn of the Century, Art Nouveau, Art Deco & Arts & Crafts; new designs, historical reproductions & custom work.
Historical Arts & Casting, Inc. West Jordan, UT 800-225-1414; 801-280-2400; Fax: 801-280-2493 http://www.historicalarts.com	Designer & custom fabricator of ornamental metalwork: windows, stairs, registers, fencing, lighting, gutters, columns, weathervanes, planters, doors, fountains, domes, facades & more; iron, bronze, aluminum & steel; restoration.
Hutton Metalcrafts Pocono Pines, PA 888-479-1748; 570-646-7778; Fax: 570-643-6811 http://www.copperlamps.com	Designer & manufacturer of lighting: solid copper & brass lanterns & chandeliers; UL-listed for wet locations; residential, commercial & public spaces.
John F. Graney Metal Design, LLC Sheffield, MA 413-528-6744; Fax: 413-528-6749 http://www.johngraneymetaldesign.com	Custom fabricator of ornamental metalwork: fences, gates & railings; turnkey service from design to installation; fences, gates, hearth screens, furniture & lighting; aluminum, bronze & stainless steel; ecclesiastical work.
Johnson Pattern & Machine Works Ottawa, IL 815-433-2775; Fax: 815-433-1121 http://www.johnsonpattern.com	Custom fabricator of ornamental metalwork: gates, railings, interior & exterior lighting, registers, grilles & cast-metal ornament; iron/steel, bronze & aluminum; restoration, installation & repair.
King's Chandelier Co. Eden, NC 336-623-6188; Fax: 336-627-9935 http://www.chandelier.com	Designer & manufacturer of chandeliers & sconces: all-crystal chandeliers; Colonial, Federal, classic & Victorian; Victorian gas-light reproductions; made to order; literature $6.
Lantern Masters, Inc. Westlake Village, CA 818-706-1990; Fax: 818-706-1988 http://www.lanternmasters.com	Custom fabricator of interior & exterior lighting: chandeliers, wall sconces, pendants & post & pilaster fixtures; traditional, French, Tudor, Tuscan, Asian, contemporary, Provencal & other styles; antique reproductions.
Liberty Brass Turning Co. Long Island City, NY 718-784-2911; Fax: 718-784-2038 http://www.libertybrass.com	Manufacturer of metal components: drawer pulls, window hardware, lamp finials, couplings, turned bar stock knobs, spacers, balls, check rings, furniture & display fittings; brass, aluminum & stainless steel; custom; church projects.
Lighting by Hammerworks Worcester, MA 603-279-7352; 508-755-3434; Fax: Same as phone http://www.hammerworks.com	Supplier of lighting: Colonial & Arts & Crafts styles; lanterns, post lights, chandeliers & courtyard sign lighting; hand-forged hardware.
Lite Makers, Inc. Long Island City, NY 718-729-7700; Fax: 718-784-1219	Manufacturer of custom lighting: member of the Federal Landmark Restoration for complete restoration (historical) lighting products.
Luminaria Lighting, Inc. Spokane, WA 800-638-5619; 509-747-9198; Fax: 509-456-8298 http://www.luminaria.com	Manufacturer of vintage-style lighting: hand-crafted heirloom-quality fixtures; restoration & sale of antique light fixtures; production of original designs & custom fabrications; since 1984.
Maguire Iron Corp. El Cerrito, CA 510-234-7569; Fax: 510-232-7519 http://www.maguireironcorporation.com	Supplier of traditional hardware: door, window & cabinet; knobs & levers with compatible locks with various backsets & functions; gate latches, hinges, straps & more; solid iron, brass, bronze & rust; 21,000 items in stock.
Metomic Corp. Chicago, IL 800-847-8342; 773-247-4716; Fax: 773-247-2563 http://www.metomic.com	Supplier of brass & aluminum components: lamp & lighting parts; finials & check rings; sockets, cords, hardware & more; stock & custom.
Metropolitan Artifacts Atlanta, GA 770-986-0007; Fax: 770-457-8670 http://www.metropolitanartifacts.com	Importer of European & American architectural antiques: entry doors, door hardware, antique original streetlights, fireplace mantels, lighting, bathtubs, sinks & garden ornamentation; bronze, iron & fiberglass statuary & fountains.
Michael Ashford/Evergreen Studios Olympia, WA 360-352-0694; Fax: 360-786-0122 http://www.evergreenstudios.com	Designer & fabricator of Arts & Crafts-style lighting: hand-hammered copper & mica table & floor lamps, chandeliers, wall sconces & interior & exterior lanterns; stock designs & custom commissions.
Mills Architectural Lighting Stoney Creek, ON, Cana, DA 800-268-1526; 905-643-1066; Fax: 905-643-6667 http://www.millslighting.com	Custom designer & manufacturer of interior & exterior lighting: for houses of worship, public institutions & theaters; historical lighting & restoration; servicing all of North America & parts of South America.
Neumann Studios Brattleboro, VT 802-251-9901; Fax: by request http://www.neumannstudios.com	Designer, fabricator & installer of hand-painted stained-glass windows: traditional techniques such as acid-etching; slumped-glass lamps & domes; restoration; inns, restaurants, libraries, homes & places of worship.
Newstamp Lighting Co. North Easton, MA 508-238-7071; Fax: 508-230-8312 http://www.newstamplighting.com	Manufacturer & distributor of exterior lantern-style gas fixtures: lamps, bollards & lanterns; copper, brass, cast iron & aluminum; Arts & Crafts style; stock & custom.
Old California Lantern Co. Orange, CA 714-771-5223; Fax: 714-771-5714 http://www.oldcalifornia.com	Supplier of Arts & Crafts-style lighting: historically accurate bungalow fixtures.
Olde Mill Lighting, Ltd. Lancaster, PA 717-299-2512; 717-299-0678; Fax: 717-299-5822 http://www.oldemilllighting.com	Supplier of lighting fixtures: interior & exterior; Early American & country styles; chandeliers, foyer & hall lights, sconces & outdoor post & wall lamps; aged tin, brass & copper; historical reproductions; hand crafted.
Otteson Co. Lewisville, TX 972-317-3120; Fax: 972-317-2812 Supplier Online Brochure	Supplier of fine glass for lighting fixtures: chandeliers, sconces, pendants & table lamps; Victorian, Turn of the Century, Art Nouveau & Art Deco; blown glass shades (principally from Vianne in France); custom projects.
Pam Morris Exciting Lighting Sausalito, CA 415-332-0168; Fax: 415-332-0169 http://www.pam-morris-designs.com	Manufacturer of pendants & sconces: formed & cast metal with blown, slumped & cast glass.
Pecaso Lighting, Inc. Hillside, NJ 973-923-7000; Fax: 973-923-0100 http://www.pecasolighting.net	Supplier of traditional European-style lighting: chandeliers with dense crystal patterns, sconces, pendants & other fixtures; new & custom designs & historic reproductions.
Price Glover, Inc. New York, NY 212-772-1740; Fax: On request http://www.pricegloverinc.com	Custom fabricator of 18th- & early-19th-century English lighting fixtures for use with candles: choice of finishes/plating; catalog $7.
Rambusch Lighting Co. -- Design Studios Jersey City, NJ 201-433-8011; Fax: 201-860-8999 http://www.rambusch.com	Designer & fabricator of lighting products for 100 years: architectural & liturgical spaces; downlighting, architectural uplighting & more.
Rejuvenation Portland, OR 888-401-1900; 503-231-1900; Fax: 800-526-7329 http://www.rejuvenation.com	Manufacturer of period authentic lighting & parts: more than 500 interior & exterior styles; 12 finishes.
Remains Antique Lighting New York, NY 212-675-8051; Fax: 212-675-8052 http://www.remains.com	Supplier of traditional lighting fixtures: thousands of antique chandeliers & sconces restored; UL listed.
Roy Electric Co. Staten Island, NY 800-366-3347; 718-816-1799; Fax: 718-981-9875 http://www.royelectric.com	New full-product color catalog features 274 Victorian and Turn of the Century li ghting fixtures: sconces, pendants, flush fixtures, glass shades. Also offers custom capabilities, restoration, and antique fixtures.
Shelburne Lighting & Metal Crafts Shelburne, NH 603-466-2971; Fax: 603-466-2055 http://www.shelburnelighting.com	Supplier of Colonial-style lighting: lanterns & day lighting; historical reproductions; standard & custom.
St. Louis Antique Lighting Co. St. Louis, MO 314-863-1414; Fax: 314-863-6702 Supplier Online Brochure	Manufacturer & supplier of architectural lighting: interior & exterior fixtures; all styles; historical reproductions & custom lighting; restoration services; commercial & ecclesiastical projects.
Steven Handelman Studios Santa Barbara, CA 805-962-5119; Fax: 805-966-9529 http://www.stevenhandelmanstudios.com	Manufacturer of hand-forged traditional lighting, grilles & fireplace accessories: many types & styles of lighting & grilles; fireplace screens, grates & inserts; historic reproduction; restoration.
Sundial Wire Easthampton, MA 413-582-6909; Fax: 413-582-6908 http://www.sundialwire.com	Supplier of new period-style cloth-covered electrical wire: many styles, colors & gauges; cotton or rayon; vintage & reproduction electricals & plugs.
Victorian Lighting Works, Inc. Centre Hall, PA 814-364-9577; Fax: 814-364-2920 http://www.vlworks.com	Manufacturer of Victorian lighting fixtures: chandeliers & sconces in solid brass.
Wiemann Ironworks Tulsa, OK 918-592-1700; Fax: 918-592-2385 http://www.wiemanniron.com	Fabricator, finisher & installer of ornamental metalwork: cast & wrought gates, railings, lighting, fences, furniture, doors & fixtures; bronze, brass, stainless steel, aluminum, iron & steel; CAD.
Woolen Mill Fan Co. New Park, PA 717-382-4754; Fax: Same as phone http://www.architecturalfans.com	Manufacturer of decorative ceiling fans: historic & new designs; belt-&-pulley models & beltless single-motor units; iron, bronze & aluminum castings.
World Class Lighting Clearwater, FL 727-524-7661; Fax: 727-524-7663 http://www.worldclasslighting.com	Manufacturer of chandeliers & wall sconces: crystal & wrought-iron chandeliers; Neoclassical & other styles; custom sizes.

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