Stirrup Dish – Iridescent Gold Art Glass with Applied Blue Mica Paint 7.5″

$149.00

This bowl is part of our Stirrup Collection of equestrian art glass home decor. It is 7.75″ x 7.75″.

This distinctive piece is perfect for equestrian enthusiasts and those who appreciate fine artisanal craftsmanship, making it a standout addition for your home or a thoughtful gift for horse-loving friends.

Creating the dish was a 6-step process.
Glass Selection: First two pieces of glass were cut to the dimensions of the finished piece, one iridescent gold and the other clear.
Creating the Design: The stirrup pattern was created using a process called “powder printing”. Finely ground clear glass (known as powder frit) was sifted onto the iridized coating of the gold glass using a stencil created on my laser cutter. After carefully lifting the stencil and removing stray glass powder, the gold glass was placed on top of the clear.
First Firing: The two layers were placed in a kiln and heated to 1475 degrees, the temperature at which glass melts and the layers fused together.
Applying Surface Decoration: After firing, the stirrups were shiny and the gold glass had a matte finish. To create more contrast, blue mica paint was brushed onto all the background areas.
Second Firing: To set the paint, the piece was fired again. At 1350 degrees the paint permanently bonded with the glass.
Shaping the Dish: At this point the piece was still flat. To make it into a dish it needed one more firing. It went back into the kiln, this time on top of a mold, and was heated to 1250 degrees. At this temperature the glass softened and gravity caused it to sink into the mold and assume its final shape.

Additional information

Weight 2.5 lbs
Dimensions 12 × 12 × 4 in