You’ve heard about “Tiffany lamps” for many years, but what exactly makes these lamps so special?
At the most basic level, a Tiffany lamp contains stain glass panels rather than a fabric shade. They are, of course, marked by the highest quality materials and craftsmanship.
Tiffany began making and distributing these lamps in 1895. The production of Tiffany lamps is currently viewed as a major contribution to the Art Nouveau movement.
And what is “Art Nouveau?” This was an artistic movement in response to the more rigid academic movement that preceded it. Nouveau art is marked by flowing lines, dramatic curves, and floral patterns.
And this is exactly what distinguishes a Tiffany lamp. They are often adorned with stain glass panels showing various flowers such as roses, wisteria, lotus, and others. The dragonfly Tiffany style lamps are also very common.
Today, authentic Tiffany lamps are almost impossible to find. They are mostly housed in museums, and the ones for public sale have fetched upwards of $8 million.
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