Art Glass Accents

Art glass accents as a commercially available art began around the world in factories churning out replica pieces of functional and artistic glass work. It wasn't until the 1960s that art glass accents took the center stage in what is called the studio glass movement. Artists began producing small-scale furnaces and hotshops to fuel the creation of art glass accents from individual artists. The movement rocked the entire globe; this start-up art form grew in the progressive cities of Seattle and San Francisco and spread through Europe and Asia. The demand for one-of-a-kind artist driven blown glass pieces has been on the rise across the globe ever since. Many of the decorative art glass accent pieces you can buy today are made by American artists in their own hotshops!

Decorative art glass accents have come to the forefront of home accents in recent years as a way to bring a splash of vivid color to your home's interior with natural shapes and free-flowing artwork. The mixture of luster and transparency makes art glass accents shine in nearly any lighting environment and add eye catching flair. From the ultra modern, to more organic or transitional designs, there is an art glass accent to fit your style and budget.

Modern Art Glass Accents

Modern art glass accents are generally free form figures with no specific guidelines or inspiration. Their themes and asymmetrical design is open to interpretation, and they often serve to add a splash of vibrant color to your living area. Glass Eye Studio has long been a source for smaller scale art glass accents that are perfect for the office or your home study. Their recent expansion of their product line includes blown glass bowls and vases that feature transparent color. Chic yet affordable, these vibrant art glass accents will make a bright centerpiece for your living room or dining set.

Very complex and limited production art glass accents add vibrant color and a feeling of exclusivity to your home. The complex process in the art glass hotshop includes intricate blowing, layering, and carving to create a one of a kind work of art. Because these art glass accents take so long to create, they are of a very limited production run and much more pricey than mass-produced art glass. Keep in mind the time and spirit infused in your glass artwork centerpiece, much like a fine canvas painting, and the true value of this expression shines. Literally!

Nature Themed Art Glass Accents

Often drawing inspiration from the ocean and nature, art glass accents offer the smooth texture and vibrant hues that bring your decor far from the ho-hum sterile environments of today's home. Annieglass, a Santa Cruz based art glass firm, offers natural accents that draw inspiration from the ocean itself. Add a playful spread of your favorite chocolates for any visitors, netting yourself good karma and calming feng shui in one attractive package.

Don't be afraid to contact independent artists, as it's very common to find high quality art glass accents that are a world away from the mass-produced foreign imports of big box chains. Best of all, many of these can be found at an unbelievable bargain. This Ocean Crest Flutter Vase by Opal Art Glass is a prime example. This art glass accent calls up imagery of a crystal clear Bahama's shoal, and is a beautiful element to theme a room around.

Metallic Art Glass Accents

Themed in the tradition of fine furniture and heirloom quality glass art accents, the newest demand is for specialty glass gilded with sparkling metals of gold, silver, and bronze. Michael Wainwright produces a beautiful selection of glass centerpieces and fine china in sterling, gold, and platinum. The distinctly modern feel of these art glass accents make them perfect for upscale lofts and contemporary homes.

Another great example of this hot trend in art glass accents is Fenton Glass, who supply art glass for any taste, decor, or color scheme. Their use of gilded long-stem blossoms and inlaid accents make them prime examples of a classic take on new trends. Let us know about what you've done with glass accents in the Your Place Showcase now!