Tiffany Style Lighting: A Timeless Lighting Option For Your Home
79If you're on the lookout for a unique lighting option, something to add a touch of style, class and refinement to your home decor then Tiffany style lighting is what you need.
Tiffany style lamps are made up of an assortment of stained glass pieces that are soldered together to create artistically ornate motifs and abstract images. And creating a unique tiffany lamp involves highly skilled craftsmen spending hours diligently working on an item.
Ever since the beginning of time, the beauty of nature has always inspired artists and no matter what era they come from, their love for all things natural is evident in their works of art. Being a painter himself, Louis Comfort Tiffany was no different from the rest and a large part of his work consisted of images captured from nature. He crafted his first Tiffany lamp in the year 1889 in his New York studio where he spent a large amount of his time experimenting and working with different types of glass. Widely recognized as one of the greatest American contributions to the Art Nouveau Movement, the Tiffany lamps were introduced in Europe in the late 19th century.
When Tiffany started his very own company - the ‘Tiffany Studios' - little did he know that his creations would be fondly cherished for many generations to come, by people from all over the world. Tiffany's experiments with glass took a whole new turn when he discovered the copper foil technique that produced stained glass in all the possible hues and colors. Tiffany's stained glass windows soon became the rage of the season and he started producing durable yet elegant stained glass lamps.
Synonymous with beauty and perfection, Tiffany lamps are widely acknowledged as timeless treasures by art lovers the world over. From the sleek and glossy body of the lamp to the vibrancy of the shades and the radiant luminescence, Tiffany lamps make the perfect package for someone who is looking for utility as well as aesthetic appeal.
With a keen eye for perfection, Louis created wonderful lamps that are all based on natural images and themes from dainty butterflies to blooming flowers. All his creations have become immensely popular today. And, since he was always experimenting with glass, he incorporated many other types of patterns and designs, like the floral designs, geometric patterns, and even the abstract motifs.
The array of these ubiquitous stained glass lamps is mind-boggling! Tall floor lamps are now a popular choice, while table lamps have always been hot favorites. What's more, there are loads of options available for ceiling lightings that have been brushed by the Tiffany magic. Semi-flush and flush mounts feature unique stained glass shades, and pendants and chandeliers also feature exquisite Tiffany-inspired themes and motifs.
Like everyone else, Louis had his own share of ups and downs and there came a time when he was required to slash the prices of his works of art when the American tastes changed abruptly. However, like everything else, this phase also passed by swiftly and the Tiffany collections were back again in full swing making their way into American homes and hearts. The dragonfly lampshade and the wisteria lamp had become a collector's pride and are the most sought after Tiffany items even today.
