Edwardian period (1901-1910) came after a long Victorian era. The items that usually were spectacularly opulent, became much more elegant and refined. Good design became fashionable and in homewares the focus shifted from decoration to usability. Most Edwardian items have a distinctive refined look.

Facts of Lavish With time, from a purely practical objects decanters became a luxury symbol of status. Just look at the intricately cut crystal glass and silver mounted decanters.