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Articles From The Experts – Tiffany Glass: Life In The Shade Of The Blue Box
Season 1, Ep. 217
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In this episode, Senior Valuer & Watch Specialist Alastair Meiklejon explores the magic of Tiffany glass, pieces that can look almost muddy in daylight, then burst into colour the moment the lamp is switched on. He traces the story behind the name everyone knows but few truly understand, reveals the surprising hands that shaped some of its most iconic designs, and digs into eye-watering auction and insurance figures that show just how easily two seemingly similar pieces can land worlds apart in value. Along the way, he explains why "Tiffany style" and genuine Tiffany are far from the same thing and what collectors and owners really need to know before they find out the hard way.
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