Blown Glass Art Nouveau Lamp. This lamp features an elegant Art Nouveau design, characterized by its flowing, organic form and vibrant, iridescent glass shade. The shade, with its fluid, undulating edges and hand-painted floral or botanical motifs, evokes the appearance of a blooming flower or underwater scene, enhanced by shimmering blues, purples, and hints of warm reds. Its base is a solid, flared metal structure with a subtle patina, lending a sense of vintage craftsmanship and stability. The overall aesthetic combines artistic glasswork with functional design, making it not only a source of light but a striking decorative object, likely inspired by early 20th-century decorative arts..

Blown glass is a centuries-old art form in which molten glass is inflated into a bubble using a blowpipe, then shaped by hand or with tools into a wide variety of forms, from delicate ornaments to elaborate vessels and sculptures. Originating around the 1st century BCE in the Roman Empire, this technique revolutionized glassmaking by allowing greater artistic freedom and more intricate designs. Skilled artisans manipulate the glass while it is still hot and malleable, often incorporating color, texture, and decorative patterns through techniques like layering, twisting, or engraving. Blown glass is celebrated for its fluid beauty, unique imperfections, and the craftsmanship it embodies, making each piece a singular expression of the maker's skill and vision.

Size: 12 x 13 x 17 in.