“Laburnum” is an exquisite work crafted by Louis Comfort Tiffany in 1913, belonging to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement. The creation is classified under the genre of design and forms part of the renowned Tiffany lampshades series. The artwork exemplifies the artistic and technical prowess of its maker, manifesting the intricate and luminous beauty characteristic of Tiffany’s designs.
The artwork is a dome-shaped lampshade with a cascading effect created by the intricate arrangement of colored glass pieces. The design prominently features the motif of laburnum flowers, depicted in a vibrant spectrum of colors. Dominated by shades of gold and green, the lampshade also includes accents of blue and touches of red, creating a harmonious and striking appearance. The glass pieces are meticulously cut and assembled, showcasing an array of leaves and blossoms that evoke the natural elegance of the laburnum tree. The use of light through the multi-colored glass imparts the ethereal quality that is a hallmark of Tiffany’s creations, giving the piece a captivating glow and a dynamic interplay of light and color.
