Preliminary identification
Photo reference
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Overview
This is a large bell-form blown art glass pendant shade featuring an iridescent gold-to-magenta lustre finish and swirling ribbed optic trails over an opalescent cased interior. While capturing the iconic organic fluidity of turn-of-the-century Art Nouveau glass, the modern fitter rim and brass hanging hardware point to a high-quality late 20th-century studio revival piece.
Story
When 1970s studio glassmakers rediscovered metallic salt vapor techniques, they revived the lost magic of Art Nouveau lustre glass. This shade captures that hypnotic peacock-feather glow.
Maker / Origin
During the late 19th century, masters like Louis Comfort Tiffany and Bohemian glassworks Loetz pioneered iridescent glass by exposing hot glass to metallic chloride vapors. In the 1970s and 80s, American studio glass houses such as Lundberg Studios and Orient & Flume revived these complex, dangerous techniques to create heirloom-quality lighting.
Condition & Value
The glass body appears in very good condition with strong, even iridescence, no visible major cracks, and only typical micro-flea bites or mounting wear around the fitter rim. Excellent condition preserves full decorative and resale value.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.