Showing posts with label Billy Haines. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Billy Haines. Show all posts

Friday, September 23, 2011

Chinoiserie Lighting Trivia


Many of you are likely familiar with this iconic photo of William (Billy) Haines' blanc de Chine lamp in the middle of his dining room table. But did you notice that there is no electrical cord visible? Haines had an obsession with lamp cords. No cords could be visible in photo shoots. Moreover, in his own home, he would often drill a hole in the table so the cord could run along the underside of the table to the outlet. Stay tuned today for the announcement of our new series and for my interview with interior designer Joe Nye.

Friday, June 4, 2010

Another Blanc de Chine Find


One of my favorite local blogs and bloggers Lindsay of Starfish & Sundresses alerted me to this wonderful blanc de Chine Geisha Lamp Base at Urban Outfitters for $32.00. Add your own lampshade-a bell or pagoda shape in red, black, or white would be perfect! You'll have your own modern version of this iconic Billy Haines geisha lamp pictured below.