This is a "lithophane"; a thin translucent porcelain night light, made using a lost art from the 1800's. When lit from behind, the light shining through the different thicknesses of the carving causes a highly detailed image to appear in front, almost magically. As you see, the illuminated image is so detailed, that it has a totally photographic quality to it! In addition, the relief of the carving gives the image a 3 dimensional quality when seen in person. To make them, we start by carving the image in a translucent wax, with the wax lit from behind. We then take a plaster mold of this engraving, and we then cast a fine porcelain clay into this mold. We then kiln fire the porcelain to 2300 degrees F. to achieve it's translucency and durability. Lithophanes were invented in France in 1827, and were popular throughout Europe till the early 1900's. They mysteriously faded from popularity with the advent of electricity, which is ironic as they look way better with electric light than candles. We first started making them 32 years ago by reproducing the antique ones. We eventually learned how to engrave our own originals, and this has been our specialty ever since. Our lithophanes truly make for a beautiful and practical piece of art that you will use daily for year after year! On this piece we take it one step further by applying a ceramic glaze to the back of the porcelain, and then kiln firing it to fuse the color to the porcelain. When lit, the color gently diffuses through the porcelain, further enhancing its beauty. This peaceful scene of a lighthouse is comforting and soothing. Lighthouses are a symbol of protection and guidance, something we all need at times!
LIGHT HOUSE-NR04
Night Light comes complete with on-off toggle switch, 120V 7W incandescent bulb, and nicely gift boxed.
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- SKU:
- NR04
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- 4.5" H. x 3.7" W x 1/8" D" approx.
LIGHT HOUSE-VC04
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Victorian Lamp
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LIGHT HOUSE-NC04
NC04
Flat Panel Lithophane Night Light
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LIGHT HOUSE-NRC04
NRC04
Curved Panel Lithophane Night Light
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LIGHT HOUSE-V04
V04
Victorian Lamp
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LIGHT HOUSE-N04
N04
Flat Panel Lithophane Night Light
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HATTERAS LIGHT HOUSE-V288
V288
Victorian Lamp
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HATTERAS LIGHT HOUSE-NR288
NR288
Curved Panel Lithophane Night Light
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HATTERAS LIGHT HOUSE-N288
N288
Flat Panel Lithophane Night Light
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LIGHT HOUSE-UC04-REPLACEMENT PANEL ONLY
UC04
Flat Night Light Replacement Panel
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