The Handel Company was a glass company based in Meriden, Connecticut, United States that was active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They produced a range of decorative objects, including lamps and lampshades, which were highly sought after by collectors and design enthusiasts.
Handel lamps were known for their high-quality construction and intricate designs, which often featured detailed metalwork and colourful stained glass shades. Many of the lamps were designed in the Art Nouveau or Arts and Crafts styles, which were popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Some of Handel's most popular lamp designs included the "Handel Reverse Painted Lamp," which featured a shade painted on the inside to create a vibrant, luminous effect, and the "Handel Overlay Lamp," which featured a shade with multiple layers of glass to create a three-dimensional effect.
Handel lamps are highly collectible, and many are considered
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valuable examples of early 20th-century decorative arts.
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