Casablanca's new 19th Century fan is a tribute to the romance of the gaslight era. During the second half of the 19th century, streets from London to Boston basked in the warm glow of this newfound source of energy. Elegant glass shades and chandeliers were mounted on elaborate pillars and embellished with ornate foliage patterns. Gaslight fixtures were also seen at The 1876 Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia. Along city streets, gaslight design was simple and elegant, featuring cast-iron standards supporting etched glass lanterns.
Gas lighting is recalled in fine fixtures and accessories, creating new avenues of home decor.
The glass is intricately etched with a soft pattern common to designs in the Gas Light period. In the electric era of the 1800's, fans were characterized by spiral ceiling rods and centrally placed blade holders. The 19th Century fan pays tribute to these early traditions. The intricate, ornate patterns of classic gaslight designs reflect decorative influences of cast metal parts and tin-type moldings reminiscent of the period.