Dragonfly Sunset Illusion Glass
Wings of Twilight in Painted Deco
This luminous Illusion Glass work reimagines the dragonfly as a twilight sentinel, its red wings spread wide against a mesmerizing sunset sky in the bold, elegant style of Art Deco. Hand-painted with specialized European enamel glass paints that fuse permanently to the surface upon firing, the dragonfly, its iridescent body, and surrounding cattails glow with rich depth and dramatic vibrancy—crimson and scarlet wings, lavender accents, turquoise waters, gold-highlighted reeds, and a marbled orange sun against a moody deep purple sky creating an illusion of fleeting, living beauty suspended in glass.
The circular composition is framed in traditional lead came construction, accented by hand-twisted copper wirework that forms graceful, geometric tendrils and supports reminiscent of Deco’s luxurious lines. Swarovski crystals are embedded in the wings and eyes for brilliant sparkle, while a simple yet beautiful crystal and metallic dangle completes the piece. The work is suspended from a custom copper hanging element and rests above a customized bowl base, evoking the quiet drama of dusk over still waters.
Designed with a deliberate dual nature, it reveals its full magic in two lights: radiant and translucent when natural daylight shines through from behind, unveiling vibrant depth and illusion; painterly and richly atmospheric when viewed in ambient indoor light or shade, appearing as a glowing, hand-painted composition suspended in time.
Materials : Hand-cut art glass, lead came and solder, European enamel glass paints, hand-twisted copper wire, Swarovski crystals, crystal and metallic dangle, customized base.
Dimensions : Approximately 4” diameter (glass panel), total height including hanging and base ~16–18”.
Price : $375
Purchasing Note : Serious inquiries welcome. Message for additional photos, custom variations, or shipping details. Each piece emerges after more than 40 hours of meticulous handwork and remains a unique original.
Lead Note: This Illusion Glass piece uses traditional leaded solder sealed with a protective polymer coating. It is safe for normal decorative use.
Dragonfly Sentinel at Dusk
Crimson Wings Against a Painted Sunset
Location: Louisiana, USA
Available
Dragonfly Sunset by Art Illusions by Young. A stunning dragonfly hovers in the warm glow of a Louisiana sunset in this hand-painted and leaded Illusion Glass panel. Vibrant crimson and orange wings catch the fading light against a rich, layered sky of deep sunset hues, while the dragonfly’s delicate body and veined wings are rendered with exquisite precision and iridescent shimmer. European glass paints create luminous depth, glowing warmth, and a sense of golden-hour movement. Graceful copper wirework frames the circular composition with elegant scrollwork and sparkling crystal accents. When sunlight passes through the glass, the piece radiates with fiery translucence and dynamic energy; in ambient light, it reveals fine painterly brushwork and the magical transition from day to dusk. A luminous and evocative tribute to the fleeting beauty of a summer sunset and the graceful flight of the dragonfly.
Dragonfly Sunset by Art Illusions by Young against a dark background. A stunning dragonfly hovers in the warm glow of a Louisiana sunset in this hand-painted and leaded Illusion Glass panel. The dark backdrop dramatically highlights the vibrant crimson and orange wings catching the fading light against the rich, layered sky of deep sunset hues. European glass paints create luminous depth, glowing warmth, and a sense of golden-hour movement. Graceful copper wirework frames the circular composition with elegant scrollwork and sparkling crystal accents. When sunlight passes through the glass, the piece radiates with fiery translucence and dynamic energy; in ambient light, it reveals fine painterly brushwork and the magical transition from day to dusk. A luminous and evocative tribute to the fleeting beauty of a summer sunset and the graceful flight of the dragonfly.