Tiffany style lamps

The personality of the individual is more pronounced in the matter of arranging his home. Creating around himself an original and expressive environment, a person is looking for original interior items to help cope with this task. One of the actions on the way to the solution can be the purchase of a lamp in the style of "Tiffany", made of multi-colored glass.

The era of the birth of lamps "Tiffany" comes at the end of the XIX-beginning of the XX centuries, when the modernist style reigned around. The brand received its unique name thanks to its author, American artist Lewis Comfort Tiffany, the son of the founder of the famous jewelry company Tiffany & Co. Growing up in an aristocratic family and educated in Paris, Lewis was accustomed to an atmosphere of luxury and wealth, which was reflected in his future creations.

Art critics consider him a cult designer of his time and a great master of stained glass making. Lighting created by his own technology, gained unprecedented popularity and worldwide recognition.

Manufacturing technology stained glass products "Tiffany" belongs to the master himself. Before his invention of this technique did not exist. Its essence is as follows: each element of colored glass is enveloped in metal foil, then glued together with tin solder. This technique allows you to create patterns and ornaments of any complexity, and most importantly - it became possible to get volumetric products with bends.

Stained-glass lamps, like any other can be divided into 4 categories.

Most often serve as the main source of lighting.Such a chandelier will advantageously look on the background of a monochromatic light ceiling, and certainly will not go unnoticed in any interior. Colored glass on a white background instantly attract the eye of everyone who enters the room.

The advantage of such a lamp is that even when turned off, it maintains the style of the room and looks expressive. And when turned on, the whole room is lit up with bright colors, reminding a toy kaleidoscope and as if returning us to childhood.

It is worth considering that such a chandelier with color will add dynamism to the interior.

In tandem with stained glass chandelier they will create their own stylistic unity in the interior. Such models of lamps have a protruding cover, resemble a flashlight or a sconce. Used for zoning space.

In a spacious living room, it is appropriate to have a product with a protruded canopy and bold color solutions. For the bedroom, an ideal solution would be a lamp shade with harmonious shades and soft light.This will create an intimate boudoir atmosphere.

Light sources will be the winning accent of any interior. The standard version of the table lamp is a stable massive base and stained glass lampshade. Such a light source perfectly complements the ceiling chandelier in the style of "Tiffany".

They will bring harmony and comfort to any room. The lamp is a type of floor lamp with a color lamp shade. Depending on the style of the room, the shape of the lampshade is round or faceted.

A nice bonus of such lighting is its mobility - the floor lamp can be rearranged at will to any point in the room. Located in the recreation area, it will create a warm atmosphere for a friendly conversation or allow you to retire with a book in a rocking chair.

Lamps in the style of "Tiffany" have a wide range of models. Such products will harmoniously fit into any interior:

• Gothic. Favorite style to use stained glass in the decor of the room. Personifying the Middle Ages, he demands as much luxury and grandeur as possible. Gothic style in the interior is characterized by elongated windows, peak arches, stained glass and unusual lighting solutions.For such a design it is better to choose models with gold and bold color combinations: red, green, blue, bright yellow glass.

• Baroque. The aristocratic style inherent pomp and pretentiousness. Such a design is intended to deliberately demonstrate wealth and power, so in the interior design use elements such as gold, stucco, velvet and tapestry. Stained-glass lamps should emphasize financial viability, it is more appropriate to choose products with gold leaf or forged stand.
• Classic. In contrast to the previous styles, in this decor it is better to avoid bold colors and pretentiousness, the classics do not accept this. For rooms you should choose products with stained glass of pastel shades, a neutral geometric or floral pattern that will emphasize restraint and elegance.

• East style. His originality and the riot of colors attracts citizens of many countries, especially Europeans.To convey oriental chic in the decor, they use lamps with a floral or animalic pattern, the lines of the design should be ornate and smooth. Characteristic colors are yellow, brown, orange.
• Country music. Created to personify the sincerity and comfort of village houses, the relationship with nature and national characteristics. This design is inherent in the use of natural materials and fabrics, natural shades, the lack of fashionable gizmos. This is a perfect match for antique fixtures. For this product artificially aged by patination. From the colors it is better to choose green, brown, beige.
• High tech. An ultra modern style characterized by dynamism and minimalism in details. Lamps should be light and transparent. As few lines as possible, only simple geometry in the pattern and monotony in the color scheme.

Tiffany's favorite ornament was natural patterns: lotus leaves, golden rain (broom), poppies, dragonflies. However, not all creations are the work of the master himself. Many of the design decisions belong to the assistant wizard, a woman named Clara Pierce Watkoll.Art nouveau ornaments came out from under her light hand - Wisteria, Narcissus, Peony. Known around the world "Dragonfly" also belongs to this talented artist.

Today, Tiffany lamps are still in trend and are used in many interior styles. You can buy a genuine product of a famous brand only at closed auctions or from antique dealers. But such a purchase to a modern person, spoiled by nanotechnology and global ipization, may seem a little artisanal and coarse.

These Tiffany lighting fixtures, created according to all technological rules, are notable for their high cost. But the level of fixtures corresponds to its price - they are original, have a quality guarantee, besides, they can be made to order, having independently invented an ornament.

The selection of the lamp in the Tiffany technique often depends on its functional purpose:

• Living room. Actually will look like paired sconces in an ensemble with a chandelier, made in a similar style and color scheme.
• Bedroom. When making boudoir striving to achieve an atmosphere of peace and tranquility, so that the interior is most conducive to relaxation. Emphasis in the room is made on the sources of additional lighting. Table lamp or sconce in Tiffany technique are convenient for reading books. Outdoor floor lamp creates an intimate setting and allows for less frequent use of the ceiling chandelier.
• Children's. To create an atmosphere of fairy tales and carefree childhood, use stained glass lamps. Wall sconces in the form of a beloved animal or a lamp in the shape of a gingerbread house will calm the child and set up a healthy sleep.

How to make lamps in the style of "Tiffany", see the following video.