For those who may think differently, paperweights are not out of style even though homes and offices are air-conditioned these days. Instead the paperweight has become an object of art, with the dichroic glass paperweight being one of the more popular styled paperweights on sale these days. Art has always been an expression of individuality and now, using dichroic art, high levels of individuality are easily reachable particularly because the nature of dichroic glass is that no two pieces are alike.
Beautifully designed dichroic glass paperweights are available in gift shops and on line, for varying prices. When it comes to pricing, it depends on the size and weight of the actual dichroic glass piece as well as the actual artisan themselves. Paperweights range in price from around $50 anywhere up to $200. The designs are as diverse and interesting as the people who create them and there are many art glass studios making beautiful glass paperweights today. Look for artists like Ron Schuster, Robert Eickholdt, Lindsay and other artists, as well as popular art glass studios such as Glass Eye Studio.
Some of the paperweights are shaped to a specific form. It is not uncommon for the red or pink hued dichroic glass to be shaped in a heart shape for example, and the blue and green hued glass often features as underwater scenes or designs. While the dichronic glass piece is sometimes left in its natural state, more often than not specific designs are sculptured or drawn into the paperweight. For example, in the aforementioned blue and green colored dichroic glass paperweight very delicate seahorses and shells seem to be embedded within the glass. Favorite themes for dichroic paperweights seem to be celestial and nature scenes. Very often the paperweights showcase galaxies or stars, the sky, the sea and specific animals.
Oftentimes a combination of different glasses or materials is used when making these style paperweights. Of course it is the dichroic glass that gives the shifting color appearance to the paperweights, and it is this very attribute that has made paperweights made from dichroic glass or partially made from dichroic glass so popular and sought after.
If you buy these online, be sure to add in the cost of shipping when calculating your total order. The dichroic glass paperweight can range anywhere from three to ten pounds, thus shipping costs can vary quite a bit depending on the weight and where they are shipped to and from.
For anyone looking for something interesting to use as a decoration in their home office or office, a dichroic glass paperweight will be sure to add to your décor and will also be guaranteed to be a real conversation starter. Below I’ve featured some beautiful studio dichroic glass paperweights that are signed by their respective artists. It’s a great way to buy collectible art that is both affordable and gorgeous.
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