{"product_id":"mid-century-hand-blown-reflector-glass-ornament-with-ruby-red-lens-c-1940-1960","title":"Mid-Century Hand-Blown Reflector Glass Ornament with Ruby Red Lens, c. 1940–1960","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eHand-blown reflector-style glass ornament produced in \u003cstrong data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eCentral Europe\u003c\/strong\u003e, circa \u003cstrong data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"927\"\u003e1940–1960\u003c\/strong\u003e, most likely originating from \u003cstrong data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"986\"\u003eGermany (Lauscha region)\u003c\/strong\u003e or neighboring Eastern European glassmaking centers renowned for reflector ornament production. The ornament features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003espherical hand-blown glass body\u003c\/strong\u003e fitted with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003edeep, faceted reflector well\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eAt the center sits a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003eruby red glass lens\u003c\/strong\u003e, backed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003esilvered, dimpled glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to amplify and refract candlelight. This construction—often referred to as a “lens reflector”—was developed to maximize low winter light on sparse trees illuminated by candles rather than electric lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003eThe reflector assembly was formed separately and fused into the body while hot, a technically demanding process requiring precise temperature control. The interior silvering remains largely intact, creating strong optical depth and a radiant focal point. Subtle irregularities in the lens alignment and body thickness confirm hand production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003eFinished with original metal cap and wire hanger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eThis ornament functions as both decoration and light instrument—designed not simply to hang, but to interact with its environment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hommes + Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45515090559173,"sku":null,"price":142.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0647\/5287\/7765\/files\/IMG_6629.heic?v=1766185048","url":"https:\/\/hommesandgardens.com\/products\/mid-century-hand-blown-reflector-glass-ornament-with-ruby-red-lens-c-1940-1960","provider":"Hommes + Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}