Business Details
47 Years
experience
Antique Lighting Experts in Boston
Since 1979, Genuine Antique Lighting has specialized in curating and placing authentic antique and vintage lighting fixtures in homes across America. Our expertise spans architectural styles including Victorian, Greek Revival, Colonial Revival, and Arts and Crafts Bungalows, with a focus on preserving historical integrity while meeting modern needs. We offer chandeliers, pendants, leaded glass fixtures, and sconces that complement period details in both restored and newly constructed homes. Our Boston-based team serves clients nationwide and internationally, with inventory continuously updated through daily acquisitions.We prioritize personalized service through appointments, ensuring clients access to both online and off-display inventory. Our commitment to quality extends to careful packaging and shipping for all 50 states and abroad. With decades of experience, we provide expert guidance on selecting lighting that enhances architectural character while maintaining functionality.
Services
Chandeliers
Pendants
Inverted Domes
Sconces
Lanterns
Harps
Kitchens
Galleries
Homes
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Specializing in antique lighting since 1979
- Curated inventory matching diverse architectural styles
- Nationwide shipping with careful packaging
- Personalized appointment-based service available
- Daily additions of newly acquired vintage fixtures
What people say
Extensive collection
Expert guidance
Authentic period pieces
Careful shipping
Unique inventory
Services
Chandeliers
Antique chandeliers from various historical periods enhance grand spaces with authentic elegance. Our collection includes crystal, brass, and iron designs suitable for dining rooms and entryways. Each piece undergoes careful restoration to maintain original craftsmanship while meeting modern safety standards.
Sconces
Vintage wall sconces provide period-appropriate illumination for hallways, bathrooms, and living areas. Our selection spans Victorian gas-style fixtures to Art Deco designs. All sconces are rewired for contemporary electrical systems while preserving original finishes and materials.
Pendants
Historic pendant lights combine functionality with decorative appeal for kitchens and dining areas. We offer porcelain, glass, and metal designs from the early 20th century. Each pendant is restored with updated wiring while maintaining original mounting hardware and aesthetic details.
Inverted Domes
Classic inverted dome fixtures add vintage charm to ceilings in hallways and transitional spaces. Our collection features pressed glass and metal designs from the 1920s-1940s. All units receive thorough cleaning and electrical upgrades while preserving original mounting configurations.
Lanterns
Authentic exterior lanterns provide period-correct illumination for porches and entryways. Our selection includes gas-style and early electric designs with weathered finishes. Each lantern undergoes structural reinforcement while maintaining historical accuracy in glass patterns and metalwork details.
Questions
Do you ship outside Massachusetts?
We ship to all 50 states and internationally with secure packaging to protect fragile components during transit.
How do appointments work?
Contact us via phone or email to schedule personalized appointments for viewing inventory not displayed online.
Are fixtures updated for modern use?
All lighting receives electrical upgrades while preserving original materials and design elements during restoration.
What architectural styles do you serve?
Our collection supports Victorian, Greek Revival, Colonial Revival, Arts and Crafts, and other historical styles.
How often is inventory updated?
New antique lighting acquisitions arrive daily, with both online and off-display pieces available for purchase.
Can I see fixtures before buying?
Schedule appointments to view physical inventory and discuss specific lighting requirements with our experts.
