Agapanthus Antiques
The Antiques Village, Levenshulme, Manchester, M19 3NP
Tel: 07792-895 038
Tel: 07792-895 038
Specialists in French and Italian crystal chandeliers, lights and candelabras dating from the 1800s to the 1970s. They source some of the most interesting antique lighting available, which is then cleaned, restored and rewired to British standards. They also stock spare parts - from crystal drops to roses and light bulbs. Agapanthus Antiques offers a lighting restoration service and will clean lights in-situ in the North West. They will also source the type of period lights you are after. The shop holds other stock, mainly from France, including country-style kitchenalia, enamel ware, wrought-iron ware, hand-painted furniture and chairs and stools reupholstered in vintage French fabrics. Opening hours Thurs - Sat 10-5; Sun 11 - 4. Or by appointment.
Antiques by Design
Little Grange Farm, Woodham Mortimer, Nr Maldon, Essex, CM9 6TL
Tel: 01245-222771 Fax: 01245-227414
Tel: 01245-222771 Fax: 01245-227414
Email: guytrench@aol.com Web: www.antiquesbydesign.co.uk
Antiques By Design is an innovative company that reclaims sporting and musical memorabilia, antique farming implements and other unusual and archaic items and converts them into hand-crafted luxury lamps and chandeliers of all sizes. They also convert restored iron and wooden windows into mirrors, and turn galvanised cattle water tanks into tables. Plus other antiques and special commissions.
Birgit Israel
301 Fulham Rd, London, SW10 9QH
Tel: 020-7376 7255 Fax: 020-7376 7244
Tel: 020-7376 7255 Fax: 020-7376 7244
Email: info@birgitisrael.com Web: www.birgitisrael.com
Originally established as Babylon Design in 1997 as designers and makers of contemporary furniture, lighting and accessories, Birgit Israel has now added vintage and antique pieces to the eclectic mix, creating an invaluable source for unique interior furnishings. The new hand-crafted 'Made in Germany' collection is inspired by 1930s furniture and it includes elegant glass floor lamps. Each vintage chandelier, pendant, wall sconce or standing lamp is like no other. Birgit Israel and her team also undertake residential interior design projects worldwide.
Chateau Chic Direct
13 Chemin du Bois Plan, Tout Y Faut, Vergne, Charente Maritime, 17330
Tel: 00 33-546246077
Tel: 00 33-546246077
Email: info@chateauchicdirect.com Web: www.chateauchicdirect.com
Chateau Chic Direct specialise in sourcing original French furniture, lighting and accessories from antique markets and brocantes in South West France where they are based. Their stock includes pretty chandeliers, wall sconces, enamel pendant lights and traditional French glass shades in a variety of styles and colours. They also offer a sourcing service if you are after something specific. Free delivery worldwide (except for furniture).
Decorative Collective
Office: Unit 8E, Millers Close, Fakenham Industrial Estate, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 8NW
Tel: 01328-856333
Tel: 01328-856333
The Decorative Collective was started by Jill Perry and Jane Walton. Both are antique dealers who felt there was a need for a one stop shop aimed at decorators and designers looking for a convenient way of viewing quickly a selection of decorative antiques, contemporary items and classical pieces, displayed in a professional and modern arrangement, but where they could also buy from trusted and knowledgeable sources. They also have a 'Search Request' form for clients who would like to leave details of items they are looking for. This select group of dealers offers a broad range of items from the fun and inexpensive to the fabulous.
Fritz Fryer Antique Lighting
23 Station Street, Ross-on-Wye, Hereford, HR9 7AG
Tel: 01989-567416 Fax: 01989-566742
Tel: 01989-567416 Fax: 01989-566742
Email: ask@fritzfryer.co.uk Web: www.fritzfryer.co.uk
Fritz Fryer Antique Lighting specialise in antique lighting and lighting restoration. Their extensive collection of antique chandeliers, antique lanterns and antique wall lights is complemented by the Fritz Fryer Collection which includes a range of handmade, bespoke designs. The services Fritz Fryer offers - bespoke lighting design, antique chandelier restoration and antique lighting restoration - are second to none, thanks to the specialist knowledge of their onsite craftsmen. The Fritz Fryer website is updated daily with every new item which comes through the workshop, both modern and antique.
Hector Finch Lighting
90 Wandsworth Bridge Rd, London, SW6 2TF
Tel: 020-7731 8886 Fax: 020-7731 7408
Tel: 020-7731 8886 Fax: 020-7731 7408
Email: hector@hectorfinch.com Web: www.hectorfinch.com
Hector Finch has been dealing in antique lighting for over 15 years and although the focus of the business has changed in recent years, he still holds a large stock of antique fittings. Art Deco chandeliers hang next to their 19C French cousins along with an extensive selection of alabaster, prismatic and Jefferson glass bowls. Hector continues to buy European retro lighting from the 1950s and 1960s as well as quirky one-offs for the eccentric collector.
Hilary Batstone Antiques
8 Holbein Place, London, SW1W 8NL
Tel/Fax: 020-7730 5335
Tel/Fax: 020-7730 5335
Email: mail@hilarybatstone.com Web: www.hilarybatstone.com
Hilary Batstone opened her first shop in 1980. Now she runs her charming, all white, antiques shop in Holbein Place, SW1, a few steps from London's famous Pimlico Road. Known for its spare, elegant and modern approach, her shop is a magnet for decorators & private buyers from all over the world. She always stocks pretty upholstered furniture, Venetian and other decorative mirrors, chandeliers and Art Deco lamps.
Kitty Fisher's Finds
By appointment: L&M Business Park, Norman Road, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 4ES
Mobile: 07773-462 261 Tel/Fax: 0161-445 2795
Mobile: 07773-462 261 Tel/Fax: 0161-445 2795
Kitty Fisher's Finds was launched in 1998 to indulge and share a love of French antiques. Since then, they have broadened their remit to include vintage and antique items that add originality and beauty to a home. Unsurprisingly, a good many of their finds come from France and Italy. They especially love lighting and mirrors which work so wonderfully in both modern and more traditional interiors. Kitty Fisher enjoys working with trade and private clients to help find just the right thing.
Norfolk Decorative Antiques
Fakenham Ind. Estate, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 8NW
Tel: 01328-856333 Mobile: 07818-876778 Mobile: 07747-888613
Tel: 01328-856333 Mobile: 07818-876778 Mobile: 07747-888613
Excellent source of old and beautiful lights with an extensive selection of chandeliers, sets of wall lights, table lamps or floor lights, all fully restored. The company provides a full service: sourcing period lighting, providing scale lighting plans and installing both old and modern lighting to homes, offices, boardrooms and gardens. They also offer a chandelier restoration and rewiring service. They exhibit at The Decorative Antiques & Textiles Fair (in Battersea) regularly.
O'Keeffe Antiques & Interiors
2 Christleton Road, Boughton, Chester, Cheshire, CH3 5UG
Tel: 01244-311279
Tel: 01244-311279
Email: david@okeeffeantiques.co.uk Web: www.okeeffeantiques.co.uk
One of the largest and most varied selections of antique lighting in the UK. They stock a huge choice of chandeliers, lanterns, wall lights, candelabras, in a variety of finishes such as metal, wood, brass, gilded brass, gilt, chrome and glass. Plus French mirrors, antique gilt furniture, and unusual decorative items. The business was founded in 1999 by David & Jean O'Keeffe. The shop is based in Chester but supplies clients throughout the UK and abroad.
RAINBOW London
329 Lillie Road, London, SW6 7NR
Tel: 020-7385 1323 Fax: 020-7385 4190
Tel: 020-7385 1323 Fax: 020-7385 4190
Email: info@rainbowlondon.com Web: www.rainbowlondon.com
RAINBOW is a leading specialist of bespoke Italian chandeliers.
The shop is stocked with chandeliers of all descriptions - from elegant deco to funky 1960s styles. Some are floor-to-ceiling crystal cascades; others are vintage Venetian glass. Customised versions of many designs can be made specifically to clients' requirements to create an eye-catching and original focal point for any room.