A Decorative Ceiling Light is a ceiling-mounted lighting fixture designed to serve as both a source of illumination and a decorative focal point within an interior. Antique examples include ornate brass fittings, cut crystal lights, flush ceiling fixtures and decorative lanterns produced throughout the Victorian, Edwardian and early twentieth-century periods. Their craftsmanship and architectural presence make them an important feature in period homes. *Related Terms*\ Ceiling Light, Chandelier, Flush Ceiling Light, Hanging Light, Lantern.