Lighting category fields
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lighting Type | Dropdown | Options: Chandelier, Pendant, Sconce (single), Sconce (pair), Candelabra, Candlestick, Table Lamp, Floor Lamp, Desk Lamp, Banker's Lamp, Student Lamp, Oil Lamp, Kerosene Lamp, Argand Lamp, Astral Lamp, Sinumbra Lamp, Betty Lamp, Whale Oil Lamp, Gas Fixture, Lantern, Torchère, Girandole, Bouillotte, Wall Bracket, Ceiling Mount, Flush Mount, Semi-Flush, Other |
| Style/Period | Dropdown | Options: Colonial, Federal, Empire, Victorian, Aesthetic Movement, Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern, Tiffany Style, Handel Style, Mission, Industrial, Contemporary, Other |
| Maker/Manufacturer | Text | Enter maker or manufacturer |
| Designer | Text | Enter designer (if different from maker) |
| Date/Period | Text | Enter date or period |
| Country of Origin | Text | Enter country of origin |
| Primary Material | Dropdown | Options: Bronze, Brass, Copper, Pewter, Silver/Silverplate, Iron (wrought), Iron (cast), Steel, Aluminum, Glass, Crystal, Porcelain/Ceramic, Wood, Marble, Alabaster, Gilt Metal, Spelter, Mixed Materials, Other |
| Secondary Materials | Textarea | Enter secondary materials |
| Number of Lights | Number | Enter number of lights |
| Original Fuel | Dropdown | Options: Candle, Oil/Whale Oil, Kerosene, Gas, Electric (original), Converted, Not Applicable |
| Current Power | Dropdown | Options: Candle (still), Electric (original), Electric (converted), Not Working |
| Marked/Signed | Dropdown | Options: Signed, Stamped, Cast Mark, Label, Unsigned |
| Mark Details | Textarea | Enter mark details |
| Overall Condition | Dropdown | Options: Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor |
| Working Condition | Dropdown | Options: Fully Functional, Needs Adjustment, Partially Functional, Not Functional, Display Only |
Advanced fields (Premium-only)
Tiffany & Art Glass Lamps
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Shade Maker | Dropdown | Options: Tiffany Studios, Handel, Pairpoint, Duffner & Kimberly, Unique Art Glass, Chicago Mosaic, Jefferson, Phoenix, Moe Bridges, Wilkinson, Bradley & Hubbard, Miller, Suess, Contemporary, Unknown |
| Shade Type | Dropdown | Options: Leaded Glass, Blown Glass, Reverse-Painted, Slag Glass, Bent Panel, Acid-Etched, Pâte de Verre, Fabric, Mica, Other |
| Shade Pattern | Text | Enter shade pattern (if applicable) |
| Shade Shape | Dropdown | Options: Cone, Dome, Globe, Tulip, Irregular, Geometric, Floral, Other |
| Shade Diameter | Text | Enter shade diameter |
| Number of Segments | Number | Enter number of segments (for leaded shades) |
| Glass Type | Textarea | Enter glass type (confetti, ripple, mottled, etc.) |
| Shade Signed | Boolean |
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| Shade Signature Details | Textarea | Enter shade signature details |
| Base Maker | Text | Enter base maker |
| Base Pattern/Model | Text | Enter base pattern or model |
| Base Material | Text | Enter base material |
| Base Signed | Boolean |
|
| Base Signature Details | Textarea | Enter base signature details |
| Original Pairing | Boolean |
|
| Pairing Documentation | Textarea | Enter pairing documentation details |
Crystal & Glass Fixtures
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Maker | Dropdown | Options: Baccarat, Waterford, Saint-Louis, Swarovski, Bohemian, Venetian/Murano, Unknown, Other |
| Crystal Type | Dropdown | Options: Lead Crystal, Non-Lead Crystal, Molded Glass, Pressed Glass, Blown Glass, Mixed |
| Drop/Prism Type | Dropdown | Options: Spear, Pendalogue, Kite, Almond, Pear, Icicle, Ball, Rosette, Bobeche, Other |
| Number of Drops | Text | Enter number of drops |
| Strung/Swag Type | Textarea | Enter strung or swag type details |
| Arm Style | Text | Enter arm style |
| Number of Arms | Number | Enter number of arms |
| Bobeches | Dropdown | Options: Crystal, Glass, Metal, None |
| Candle Sleeves | Dropdown | Options: Original, Replacement, None |
| Ceiling Cap/Canopy | Dropdown | Options: Original, Replacement, Missing |
| Chain/Hanging Hardware | Dropdown | Options: Original, Replacement, Not Applicable |
Oil, Kerosene & Gas
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Type | Dropdown | Options: Whale Oil, Lard Oil, Camphene, Kerosene, Gas, Mixed/Combination |
| Burner Type | Text | Enter burner type |
| Burner Maker | Text | Enter burner maker |
| Burner Condition | Dropdown | Options: Original, Replaced, Missing, Not Applicable |
| Chimney Type | Dropdown | Options: None, Straight, Bulge, Crimp-Top, Student, Rochester, Rayo, Other |
| Chimney Condition | Dropdown | Options: Original, Period Replacement, Modern Replacement, Missing |
| Font/Fount | Dropdown | Options: Integral, Removable, Peg, Other |
| Font Material | Dropdown | Options: Glass, Metal, Ceramic, Other |
| Shade/Globe | Dropdown | Options: Original, Period, Replacement, Missing, None |
| Shade Type | Text | Enter shade type |
| Working Condition | Dropdown | Options: Fully Functional, Needs Work, Not Functional, Converted |
Electric Conversion Details
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Originally Electric | Boolean |
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| Conversion Date | Dropdown | Options: Period (pre-1920), Early 20th C, Mid 20th C, Recent, Unknown |
| Conversion Quality | Dropdown | Options: Professional/Sympathetic, Adequate, Poor, Reversible |
| Wiring Condition | Dropdown | Options: Modern/Safe, Older but Safe, Needs Rewiring, Original (not safe) |
| Socket Type | Dropdown | Options: Standard (E26/E27), Candelabra (E12), European (E14), Other |
| Number of Sockets | Number | Enter number of sockets |
| Switch Type | Dropdown | Options: Pull Chain, Turn Key, Push Button, Rotary, In-Line, Wall Switch, Not Applicable |
| Cord Type | Dropdown | Options: Modern, Period (cloth), Original, Not Applicable |
| Plug Type | Dropdown | Options: Modern 3-Prong, Modern 2-Prong, Period, Not Applicable |
| UL Listed | Boolean |
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Condition Details
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Metal Condition | Dropdown | Options: Excellent, Good, Patinated, Corroded, Damaged |
| Patina | Dropdown | Options: Original, Period, Cleaned, Lacquered, Replated |
| Glass Condition | Dropdown | Options: Excellent, Good, Chips, Cracks, Losses |
| Glass Issues | Textarea | Enter glass issues details |
| Crystal Condition | Dropdown | Options: Excellent, Good, Chips, Losses, Cloudiness |
| Missing Elements | Textarea | Enter missing elements (drops, arms, shades, etc.) |
| Repairs | Textarea | Enter repair details |
| Safety Assessment | Dropdown | Options: Safe to Use, Needs Rewiring, Unsafe |
Provenance & History
| Field | Type | Options / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Provenance Type | Dropdown | Options: Documented Original Location, Designer Collection, Dealer, Auction, Estate, Institutional, Unknown |
| Provenance Details | Textarea | Enter provenance details |
| Original Installation | Textarea | Enter original installation details (building or location if known) |
| Previous Owners | Textarea | Enter previous owners |
| Architectural Significance | Textarea | Enter architectural significance |
| Auction History | Textarea | Enter auction history |
| Publication History | Textarea | Enter publication history |