About the artist
Famed for his relentless quest for beauty, Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848-1933) left a lasting mark as a remarkable designer during the late 19th century. As the son of Charles, the founder of Tiffany & Company, Louis' early fascination with art led him to learn from notable artists like George Inness and Léon Belly. When he was just 24, he transitioned from painting to glassmaking, setting up Tiffany Glass Company by 1885. In 1889, he attended the Paris Exposition where he met Alphonse Mucha, a pioneer of Art Nouveau style, and fellow glassmaker Émile Gallé. Tiffany developed his signature Favrile leaded glass by 1896, a shimmering material that adorned his iconic stained-glass windows. Renamed as Tiffany Studios in 1902, the company became a beacon of Art Nouveau and mosaic artwork. Tiffany's death in 1933 marked the end of an era, but his influence on decorative arts continues.
