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Lamp of the Week: 22: Maple Leaf

Lamp of the Week: 22: Maple Leaf

The 22″ Maple Leaf is a Century Studios’ original shade design created in 2012.. The pattern was inspired by a stunning Maple tree that graced our front yard, but sadly had to be removed two years ago. A lively mix of red, yellow, and orange glass were used to create this shade. Hints of an…

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25″ Fish Scale

25″ Fish Scale

We are pleased to introduce a new pattern to our ever expanding list of Tiffany reproduction lamp designs. The 25″ Fish Scale shade is a helmet shaped shade that can be used as a large table lamp, floor lamp, or an impressive chandelier fixture. As a chandelier fixture, the shade would work equally well hanging…

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Lamp of the Week: 16″ Black Eyed Susan

Lamp of the Week: 16″ Black Eyed Susan

The 16″ Black Eyed Susan is one of several Tiffany Studios shade designs that features clusters of flowers against a geometric background. Rather than being presented against a naturalistic setting, the flowers are presented in the style of a botanical drawing. The background glass shifts from white at the top down to a lively green,…

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22″ Dragonfly

22″ Dragonfly

It is always exciting to create a 22″ Dragonfly shade. The endless variety of color combinations available for this design make each example fresh. The generously sized shade is studded with pressed glass jewels, which provides additional color accents and sparkle to the finished lamp. The deep blue and green background for this shade was…

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Lamp of the Week: 16″ Fern

Lamp of the Week: 16″ Fern

Boldly symmetrical, yet surprisingly organic, the 16″ Fern is a most unusual Tiffany Studios lamp pattern. The strong graphic sensibility of the design stays true to the plant it represents while calling to mind Tiffany’s Moorish style lighting fixtures that rely on sculpted wire work. This glass chosen for this piece is a subtle variation…

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15″ Lotus Bell

15″ Lotus Bell

The 15″ Bell Lotus shade is an unusual Tiffany Studios lamp pattern. The shade is the junior version of the 25″ Mandarin Lotus shade, and in both patterns the surface of the shade undulates in an accordion pleat. Applied wire work on the peaks of each pleat and an irregular lower edge accentuates the sculptural…

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Lamp of the Week: 18″ Turtleback

Lamp of the Week: 18″ Turtleback

Commissioned by a Texas client in 2011, this 18″ Turtleback shade has an unusual shape. The  upper portion begins as a low dome that finishes with straight sides on the lower half of the shade. The turtleback tiles in the decorative band are narrow and wide, accentuating the horizontal look of the shade. This shade…

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Arts & Crafts Show

Arts & Crafts Show

Visit Century Studios and many other dealers at the 18th Annual Arts & Crafts Show today from 11 – 4. The show is held in the Progress Center at the Minnesota State Fair Grounds.

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Studio Hours, Arts & Crafts Show

Studio Hours, Arts & Crafts Show

Century Studios will be closed Friday & Saturday, September 22 & 23. You can visit us at our booth during the 18th Annual Arts & Crafts Show which is held at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds in the Progress Center. Show hours are Saturday 9 – 5   Sunday 11 – 4 This show always has…

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14″ Dragonfly on Chinese Base

14″ Dragonfly on Chinese Base

The 14″ Dragonfly shade is one of our most popular lamp patterns. This compact shade showcases six filigreed dragonflies, pressed glass jewels, and can be created in any coloration. For this piece, the shade begins at the top with a grassy green that quickly blends into cobalt blue. The green dragonflies have textured purple wings…

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