Shades of Tiffany has long been recognized in San Francisco, the Bay Area and world-wide for its beautiful lamps and colorful windows hand-crafted in the spirit of Louis Comfort Tiffany. Independently owned by local artist Lorena Calcagni, an early pioneer of stained-glass since the 1970s, and working with her longtime associates of master stained glass artisans, Lorena offers a variety of designs including Tiffany replicas and contemporary styles.
The emphasis is on quality and affordability.
The emphasis is on quality and affordability.
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Ever wonder what original Tiffany lamps are worth today?
Recently, one spectacular lamp - the Pond Lily Table Lamp - auctioned off at Christie's at an unprecedented high amount.
The final selling price was astounding!
Who could have guessed those old unwanted lamps would be worth so much today?
Read about it in the Article Section.
In this newsletter we feature a rich-red hanging shade with a large floral motif inspired by another price record-breaking Tiffany lamp - the exotic Lotus Table lamp.
Recently, one spectacular lamp - the Pond Lily Table Lamp - auctioned off at Christie's at an unprecedented high amount.
The final selling price was astounding!
Who could have guessed those old unwanted lamps would be worth so much today?
Read about it in the Article Section.
In this newsletter we feature a rich-red hanging shade with a large floral motif inspired by another price record-breaking Tiffany lamp - the exotic Lotus Table lamp.
In honoring the 50th anniversary of The Summer of Love we created two stylized flower table lamps: Brother Peace and Sister Love designed in the spirit of the 60s Flower Power movement.
Very decorative!
Check them out in the Featured Item section.
On a personal note: I moved to San Francisco from Rome, Italy in 1971.
After living among the fashion-conscious Italians for two years.
I was in for a visual shock.
The summer of love was truly over.
The Haight neighborhood was left a mess; the energy unruly, the kids disheveled.
Very decorative!
Check them out in the Featured Item section.
On a personal note: I moved to San Francisco from Rome, Italy in 1971.
After living among the fashion-conscious Italians for two years.
I was in for a visual shock.
The summer of love was truly over.
The Haight neighborhood was left a mess; the energy unruly, the kids disheveled.
As Summer turns into Autumn, September is upon us and that means one big thing to a kid - going back to school.
No more free, fun times - days will be occupied with attending school, almost like having a real job.
There will be new friends to make, holiday social activities, lots of school projects and homework with an eye on moving on up and out into a successful future.
To us older kids we may feel a touch of nostalgia; memories of our old school days past.
But going to school today is profoundly different from the past, even compared to my day.
No more free, fun times - days will be occupied with attending school, almost like having a real job.
There will be new friends to make, holiday social activities, lots of school projects and homework with an eye on moving on up and out into a successful future.
To us older kids we may feel a touch of nostalgia; memories of our old school days past.
But going to school today is profoundly different from the past, even compared to my day.
Our June newsletter celebrates Louis Comfort Tiffany's father, Charles Lewis Tiffany, founder of Tiffany & Company jewelers.
Mr. Tiffany put the family name on the world map making it synonymous with American luxury items.
Read about this dynamic man and father in the Article section below.
This month we showcase the Octagon Mission accent lamp in a style and color that we believe all you dads will love to own.
It is photographed in a tailored setting that reflects its elegant/sporty design.
See it in the Featured Item section below.
Mr. Tiffany put the family name on the world map making it synonymous with American luxury items.
Read about this dynamic man and father in the Article section below.
This month we showcase the Octagon Mission accent lamp in a style and color that we believe all you dads will love to own.
It is photographed in a tailored setting that reflects its elegant/sporty design.
See it in the Featured Item section below.
Here's a shout-out to all the moms in our lives and all who love us with a mother's heart - HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!
Ever hear about someone's relative who put away in safe-keeping a "little ol'e something" for the family's future and years later it appraised at a fortune?
Read about a mom who did just that in the Article section.
This month's featured item is our replica of Tiffany Studios' Rose Helmet Lamp which is also the subject of this month's newsletter.
Our version is a beautiful comparison to the original.
Ever hear about someone's relative who put away in safe-keeping a "little ol'e something" for the family's future and years later it appraised at a fortune?
Read about a mom who did just that in the Article section.
This month's featured item is our replica of Tiffany Studios' Rose Helmet Lamp which is also the subject of this month's newsletter.
Our version is a beautiful comparison to the original.
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