The Galle Lamp is a Collector's Item known for its Workmanship and Beauty.

The Galle lamp is so named after Emile Galle, a designer who founded his factory in France in 1874. He was known for his master crafts man ship and the amount of time and effort he put into each of his creations. His designs and creations were not limited to only one aspect. He made glass, pottery, furniture and other art nouveau items. How ever it was the lamps that he created, which became renowned the world over.

His designs were not only unusual but also intricate and striking at the same time. There is a classic appeal to them. The Galle lamp is not overtly flashy or very ornate. There is a chic elegance to its design. There is a timeless beauty, surrounding the whole structure.

After Galle's death in 1904, the firm which he founded continued to make glass and furniture till 1931. Since then though many have tried to imitate and build a Galle style lamp, yet none have even remotely close to the beauty of the original. One of the ways of knowing an original is the fact that the name Galle was often used as a mark which was hidden in the design of the lamp.

All of the original pieces are not merely objects to be used as decoration. They are timeless creations which have withstood the passage of time. Not only that, they have greatly appreciated in value with time. They are now collector's item, and can be found only in specialty stores or antique stores or reputed auction houses.

One must keep in mind that there is a great distinction between an original Galle lamp and a Galle style lamp. There are many reproductions available in the market today, styled like the original. You can own a lamp which looks exactly like the original at a fraction of the cost. These kind of products are easily available at many niche stores or specialty stores. If how ever you want an original, you must exercise a lot of caution and equip yourself with adequate information. Also take the opinion of an expert if you can before you take the plunge.