Drawing for hanging dome shadeLouis Comfort Tiffany · 1905

  • Art movementArt Nouveau
  • Creation date1905
  • Dimensions60.0 x 50.0 cm

Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848 – 1933)

Explore the dazzling world of Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848-1933), master of Art Nouveau! Discover his iconic stained glass, lamps & innovative Favrile glass designs.

These two nearly identical presentation drawings (see also 67.654.198) for large hanging shades were intended for the Bellevue Palace, a luxury hotel in Bern, Switzerland, which was established in 1865, demolished in 1911, and reconstructed in 1913. The client, Mr. J. R. Martin, was given at least two possibilities for the commission—a shade with poppy imagery in red tones and a shade with magnolia imagery in a creamy white and blue palette. Suspended below each shade are eight iridescent blown-Favrile-glass “Lily” shades. The drawings demonstrate Tiffany craftsmen’s use of stock elements even in custom designs.

About this artwork

  • Title: Drawing for hanging dome shade
  • Artist: Louis Comfort Tiffany
  • Year: 1905
  • Original dimensions: 60.0 x 50.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Movement: Art Nouveau
  • Keywords: iridescent glass hues, louis comfort tiffany, dôme shade drawing
  • Color intensity: Balanced
  • Perceived brightness: brilliant

Questions & Answers

What was Louis Comfort Tiffany's age when "Drawing for hanging dome shade" was created?

Louis Comfort Tiffany was 57 years old when creating "Drawing for hanging dome shade" in 1905. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1848.

What stage of Louis Comfort Tiffany's career does "Drawing for hanging dome shade" (1905) belong to?

Given its 1905 date, "Drawing for hanging dome shade" falls in Louis Comfort Tiffany's Mature Period.

In what year was "Drawing for hanging dome shade" by Louis Comfort Tiffany created?

The creation of "Drawing for hanging dome shade" by Louis Comfort Tiffany is dated 1905.

Is "Drawing for hanging dome shade" free of copyright?

"Drawing for hanging dome shade" by Louis Comfort Tiffany is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.

Are the colors of "Drawing for hanging dome shade" by Louis Comfort Tiffany saturated or muted?

"Drawing for hanging dome shade" by Louis Comfort Tiffany is recorded with a subtle color saturation.

Where does "Drawing for hanging dome shade" fall in Louis Comfort Tiffany's career?

Within Louis Comfort Tiffany's career, "Drawing for hanging dome shade" falls in the Mature Period. The phase helps compare it with the artist's other works.

Who created "Drawing for hanging dome shade"?

"Drawing for hanging dome shade" is attributed to Louis Comfort Tiffany.

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