Favrile Glass by Tiffany

Favrile glass is a type of iridescent art glass, which was patent in 1896 by Luis Comfort Tiffany.

This new method of glassmaking works by treating molten glass with metallic oxides that are absorbed into the glass and creates a luxurious iridescent surface effect.

Dragonfly lamp, the price goes between $25,000 to $35,000

The difference between other iridescent glasses is that the color is not applied on the surface but its part of the glass.

The Wisteria lamp, contains 2000 pieces, highest price paid $500,000
1903 Elaborate Peony Lamp, the price now days can go up to $130,000 US

 

 

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