At once ornate and ethereal, the detailed turns of Washington?s crafted glassware are balanced by its pristine clarity. To create this elaborate shape, a skilled artisan works molten glass into a special form called a ?paste mold,? which is simultaneous
To create Washington’s elaborate shape, a skilled artisan works molten glass into a paste mold as an assistant assiduously turns it. With careful timing, the team produces a seamless piece of beautifully figured glasswork. Smooth cylinders of metal sporting exposed-filament bulbs complement the round contours and curves of this breathtaking outer layer of glass.