Jewelry
Vintage Higgins Handcrafted Glass & Macrame Necklace (1968)
- Item Number
- 300
- Estimated Value
- 120 USD
- Sold
- 58 USD to rainbowheartjulep
- Number of Bids
- 4 - Bid History
Item Description
This vintage Higgins glass and macrame necklace can be yours! Handcrafted using Higgins Studio's famous glass fusing technique, this gorgeous lemon glass is the perfect statement piece.
The Higgins Studio, home of “modern miracles with everyday glass” was founded in 1948 by Michael and Frances Higgins. Today, the miracles continue, under the leadership of the Higgins’ chosen successors, Louise and Jonathan Wimmer. This direct line of continuity means that glass objects in the distinctive Higgins style will continue to enchant collectors for many years to come.
Michael and Frances Higgins, who met at the Chicago Institute of Design, were pioneers in the rediscovery and refinement of the ancient art of glass fusing. Because it is so labor-intensive, fusing had, by the mid-twentieth century, been all but abandoned in favor of glass blowing. Essentially, fusing is the creation of a “glass sandwich”. On one piece of enamel-coated glass, a design is created, either drawn with colored enamels, or pieced with glass segments. Over this, another piece of enameled glass is laid. Placed on a mold, the object is then heated. Under heat, the glass “slumps” to the shape of the mold. The design itself is fused between the outer glass pieces, with additional layers often adding to the texture and color complexity.
Item Special Note
Necklace will be available for pick up following the auction.
Donated By:
Patricia Dubin
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