Tiffany Bird Lamp

Lula Dominguez Floor Lamp November 13th, 2018 - 08:56:27

This creative process continues at the factory where each sheet of glass is cut into a myriad of small pieces according to a master design pattern. Since glass cannot be soldered directly to glass, these pieces must be individually edged with copper, foil, an operation that is crucial to the strength and structure of the shade. The prepared glass pieces are then carefully assembled over various molds or templates according to the style shaping produced.

This is a slow and intricate process requiring both patience and skill, as each piece is accurately positioned in the correct place in order to complete the shade. Each piece is soldered both inside and out then finish to a soft smoothness. Careful attention to detail distinguishes each design.

Many shades contain over a thousand individual pieces of glass, as seen in the wisteria, the lotus leaf and the peacock all Elsie Tiffany hallmark designs are shades, often incorporate other construction techniques as well. Intricate filigrees of thin pierce metal may be used to accent a dragonfly wing or to provide a major design element using acid etching on delicate, solid brass filigree. As you can see, Louis Comfort Tiffany was entranced with flowers and recreated them in all sizes, shapes, and colors.