City Lights - Stained Glass Tealight Holder
City Lights - Stained Glass Tealight Holder
A tired grey city. Three little houses. A little warmth behind the windows.
City Lights is a handmade stained glass tealight holder inspired by the contrast between the muted, worn character of a city and the small places where color, warmth and life can still be found.
The design features a flat stained glass insert depicting three simple houses, each with a different brightly colored roof - green, yellow and blue. The rest of the composition is made from translucent glass, allowing the candlelight to pass through the piece and bring the houses to life.
The dark grey patinated solder lines emphasize the graphic quality of the design and echo the concrete, asphalt and weathered surfaces of city streets.
A Little Color in a Grey City
The handmade plaster base is deliberately finished in a dark grey, worn-concrete style, inspired by the surfaces and atmosphere of an old city.
Against this quiet grey background, the three colorful roofs become small points of warmth and personality.
The idea behind the piece is simple: even in a grey and tired city, there are always places where people create warmth, comfort and color.
When the tealight is lit, the translucent glass changes with the light, creating a soft glow around the houses and turning the piece into a small illuminated cityscape.
Handmade Tiffany Stained Glass
The glass insert is handcrafted using the traditional Tiffany copper foil technique. The individual pieces of glass are cut, shaped and assembled by hand, with the solder lines finished in a dark grey patina to complement the urban character of the design.
The base is handmade from plaster and finished with three layers of protective varnish. The surface is designed to resemble weathered dark grey concrete while providing protection from moisture.
The round base has two dedicated recesses: one for a tealight candle and another for the stained glass insert, keeping the composition securely in place.
A tealight candle is included, so the piece can be enjoyed right away.
Dimensions
Glass insert:
- Height at highest point: 12 cm (4.72 in)
- Width: 8 cm (3.15 in)
- Thickness: 0.5 cm (0.20 in)
Complete piece:
- Height: 13 cm (5.12 in)
- Base diameter: 9.5 cm (3.74 in)
A Small Cityscape for Your Home
City Lights is designed as a small piece of artistic home decor - somewhere between a candle holder, a stained glass sculpture and a miniature cityscape.
It can bring a warm, atmospheric detail to a shelf, bedside table, console or other small space. It also makes a thoughtful gift for someone who loves stained glass, handmade decor, architecture, cities and unique candle holders.
Like the other pieces in this collection, City Lights is built around simple forms and a limited palette. But here, those simple elements tell a small story:
A grey city outside.
A little color inside.
A warm light in the dark.
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Materials & Safety
This piece was created using traditional stained glass techniques. The soldered seams are joined with a tin-based solder that contains lead and are sealed with a protective finishing wax.
Under normal decorative use, the piece is safe to handle. Lead is only a health concern if it is ingested. As a precaution, please wash your hands after extended handling and avoid allowing small children or pets to place the item in their mouths or lick its surface.
This artwork is intended for decorative purposes only and is not a toy.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
This stained glass artwork is designed to be enjoyed for many years with minimal care.
- Handle with care and avoid dropping or striking the glass.
- Clean gently with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth.
- Do not use abrasive cleaners, solvents, or harsh chemicals.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive moisture.
- To maintain the appearance of the soldered seams, a light coat of carnauba wax may be applied approximately once a year or whenever the finish appears dull. Buff gently with a soft cloth after application.
Packaging & Shipping
Every order is carefully packed using a box-within-a-box packaging system for maximum protection. Each handmade stained glass piece is secured with multiple layers of protective wrapping to provide extra protection during shipping.
Worldwide shipping via Correo Argentino typically takes 10–20 business days, depending on the destination.
Please note that international orders may be subject to customs fees, import taxes, or additional charges required by the destination country. These costs are the responsibility of the buyer.
Return & Refunds
You can request a return within 14 days after delivery. If you wish to return an item for any reason, please contact us first.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unused and in its original packaging.
Please note that return shipping costs are the buyer’s responsibility. Due to the fragile nature of our handmade stained glass products, all returned items must be packaged securely to ensure safe transportation.
The Story Behind This Design
How Each Handmade Stained Glass Piece Is Made
Every piece is individually handcrafted using the traditional copper foil technique, originally developed by Louis Comfort Tiffany in the late 19th century. Today, this time-honored method remains one of the most intricate ways to create stained glass art, requiring precision and patience from start to finish.
Each piece goes through a meticulous, multi-step process:
Design - Every artwork begins with an original design, carefully planned to balance color, light, and composition.
Glass Cutting - Each individual shape is hand-cut from sheets of colored stained glass, following the pattern with precision.
Grinding & Fitting - Every glass piece is ground by hand and repeatedly test-fitted to ensure clean lines and a perfect assembly.
Cleaning - Before the next stage, every glass element is thoroughly cleaned to ensure proper adhesion and a flawless finish.
Copper Foiling - Each piece is individually wrapped with thin copper foil by hand, a delicate process that prepares the glass for soldering.
Assembly - All glass pieces are carefully positioned and secured, bringing the design together for the first time.
Hand Soldering - Every joint is soldered by hand, permanently bonding the entire composition into a strong, unified piece.
Cleaning Again - Flux residues are carefully removed, preparing the piece for its final finish.
Patina (when required by the design) - Depending on the design, a patina may be applied to the solder lines to achieve their intended color and aesthetic.
Final Assembly - Hanging hardware, chains, decorative elements, and any finishing components are individually attached by hand.
Polishing & Protection - Finally, the entire piece is polished and finished with a protective coat of natural carnauba wax, enhancing its appearance and helping preserve its finish over time.
Because every stage is completed by hand, slight variations in glass texture, color, transparency, solder lines, and overall appearance are natural and expected. The character of stained glass itself means that each sheet interacts with light differently, making every finished piece truly one of a kind.
This is not a mass-produced or factory-made product. It is a handcrafted stained glass artwork created with patience, skill, and careful attention to every detail - made to be enjoyed for years to come.