Description
SKU #: 3338884663
3.5″ wide x 4.5″ tall
A unique porcelain artwork that comes alive with intricate detail when you plug it in! Hand Crafted In the USA. Night Lights are the perfect gift; reasonably priced & nicely gift boxed, including history and care literature. Exclusive clip mounting allows Night Light to be plugged into any electrical outlet, including outlets that are installed sideways or upside down.
What is a Lithophane?
Lithophanes were conceived in 1827 in Europe, when it was discovered that a remarkable three dimensional image could be produced by shining light through a carving of varied thicknesses in porcelain. These beautiful transparencies were achieved by first carving the image into soft beeswax, lit from behind. The translucency of the wax allowed the artist to see the results of his work as he worked. A plaster casting was taken from the original masterwork, then a fine porcelain paste was pressed into this plaster mold. After drying, the porcelain plaques were then fired to 2300 degrees F., to achieve their extreme density and amazing translucency.
Production of these fine works tapered off through the late 1800’s, and by the early 1900’s these wondrous techniques had passed away with the artists that conceived them. Antique lithophanes are now rarely seen but in museums or private collections.
We at Porcelain Garden are proud to have breathed new life into this all but lost art, and we dedicate ourselves to its preservation. We produce the finest detailed Lithophanes available, still hand crafted by skilled artisans as they were over a Century ago. These delicately detailed transparencies have become unique collectibles and most desirable gifts.
