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Chinese Reverse Glass Painting of a Young Woman, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Popularized during the Qing dynasty, reverse glass painting requires an artist to essentially work
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of Fine Chinese Export Reverse Paintings on Glass, Circa 1830
Located in Dallas, TX
a pair of 19th century Chinese Export reverse glass paintings depicting scenes of nobles at leisure
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Art Glass, Paint

Vintage Chinese Qing Hong Taiji Emperor Portrait Reverse Glass Hanging Painting
Located in Danville, CA
Vintage Chinese Qing Taizong Hong Taiji Emperor Reverse Glass Hanging Painting ITEM DESCRIPTION: a
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Striking Chinese Tang Horse Painting on Champagne Silk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A gorgeous and graphic Chinese painting on champagne silk of a white Tang horse with fancy saddle
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Vintage 1940s Chinese Paintings

Materials

Silk, Glass

Chinese Watercolor Painting House on Sinan Road
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exquisite Chinese watercolor painting of a house on Sinan Road Shanghai, China. Beautifully
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20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Antique Chinese Reverse Painting on Glass of a Tang Dynasty Student
Located in Astoria, NY
A rare antique Chinese reverse painting on glass in its original frame, dated 1851. Titled on the
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paint, Wood

Fixed Under Glass, China 19th Century, Wise and Child
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Fixed under glass, China, 19th century, Sage and child, original frame Measures: H 45cm, W 47cm.
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Paintings

Materials

Art Glass

Chinese Reverse Glass Portrait with Blue Drape
Located in Chicago, IL
Chinese export folk art. Thought to have developed during the Italian Renaissance, reverse glass painting
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass

Chinese Export Style Painting Bird and Flowers
Located in Rochester, NY
Chinese export style watercolor painting bird and flowers. Signed upper left side. Appears to be on
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Aluminum

Chinese Reverse Glass Portrait of Empress Dowager Cixi
Located in Chicago, IL
exquisite example of Chinese reverse glass painting. Popularized during the Qing dynasty, reverse glass
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Early 20th Century Qing Portrait Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Beautiful Reverse Glass Hand Painting
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Hand painted Chinese reverse painting of a husband and his wife. Great details and colors .
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Vintage 1960s Chinese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass

Pair Oriental Reverse Paintings on Glass
Located in Water Mill, NY
Chinese Reverse Paintings on Glass of a Royal Couple in Wood Frames with Brass Hangers
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Early 20th Century Chinese Paintings

Pair of Chinese Reverse-Painted Glass Portraits
Located in Vista, CA
Pair of Chinese reverse-painted glass ancestor portraits, 20th century, each figure dressed in gold
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20th Century European Paintings

Materials

Glass

Early 20th Century Chinese Reverse Glass Portrait
Located in Chicago, IL
of reverse glass painting. Lending the finished work a subtle three-dimensional effect, painting on
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Early 20th Century Chinese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Wood, Glass

Chinese Reverse Glass Grapevine Still Life, C. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This colorful floral still life is a charming example of Chinese reverse glass painting
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Early 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass

Chinese Reverse Glass Chrysanthemum Still Life, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This colorful floral still life is a charming example of Chinese reverse glass painting
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Early 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass

Chinese Floral Painting with Bird Yu Yuen Kai
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Delicate Chinese painting depicting white flowers and bamboo with a yellow bird. Signed and sealed
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20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Chinese Reverse Glass Floral Still Life, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This colorful floral still life is a charming example of Chinese reverse glass painting
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Early 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass, Mirror

Chinese Reverse Glass Floral Still Life, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This colorful floral still life is a charming example of Chinese reverse glass painting
Category

Early 20th Century Qing Still-life Paintings

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Paint, Pigment

Chinese Reverse Glass Floral Still Life, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This colorful floral still life is a charming example of Chinese reverse glass painting
Category

Early 20th Century Qing Still-life Paintings

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Paint, Pigment

Chinese Reverse Glass Grapevine Still Life, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This colorful floral still life is a charming example of Chinese reverse glass painting
Category

Early 20th Century Qing Still-life Paintings

Materials

Glass, Paint, Pigment, Mirror

Chinese Ancestor Portrait
Located in Chicago, IL
Ancestral portraits are commemorative paintings commissioned by families; they are a visual
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper

Chinese Reverse Glass Painted Beauty with Crane and Peaches
Located in Chicago, IL
With its Folk Art appeal, this reverse glass painting depicts a fashionable young woman with a
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass

Chinese Reverse Glass Plum Blossom Still Life, C. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This colorful floral still life is a charming example of Chinese reverse glass painting
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Early 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass

Chinese Reverse on Glass Painted Panel with Giltwood Frame
Located in New York, NY
A very large and impressive Chinese reverse glass painting of a Maiden in court dress with an
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

Chinese Reverse Glass Portrait of Beauty in Blue, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
glass painting spread throughout Europe and remained popular for centuries. During the Qing dynasty, the
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass

Chinese Qing Reverse Painted Mirror, Framed
Located in Bradenton, FL
Rare early 19th century Chinese Qing Export Reverse Painting on mirror. Picture features Chinese
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood

Early 20th Century Chinese Reverse Glass Painted Opium Tray
Located in Chicago, IL
A circa 1900 reverse glass painted tray from Northern China depicting two ladies at leisure. The
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Early 20th Century Chinese Paintings and Screens

Vintage Chinese Ancestral Portrait Hand Painted Glass a Window to Another Time
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare Chinese ancestral portrait which has been hand
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass

Austrian Silver Cigarette Box Enamel Painting, Chinese Musicians circa 1910
Located in Vienna, AT
painting - following scene is visible there: Two elegant Chinese Ladies clad in garments typical of this
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Early 20th Century Chines Reverse Glass Portrait Painting
Located in Chicago, IL
glass painting, in which an artist applies paint to the back of a piece of glass. Thought to have
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Vienna Imperial Porcelain Cup Saucer Chinese Style Paintings Dated 1817 Austria
By Imperial Porcelain Factory
Located in Vienna, AT
MANUFAKTUR ) Dated 1817 Abundantly Painted (Stunning picture paintings of Chinese type !) Hallmarked
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Antique 1810s Austrian Biedermeier Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Tall Vintage Chinese Export Reverse Glass Painted Hardwood Framed Hanging Panel
Located in Austin, TX
A very large vintage Chinese export reverse glass painted figural hanging wall panel in a carved
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Vintage Chinese Watercolor Silkscreen Framed Art Painting of Cats and Flowers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Watercolor Silkscreen Framed Painting of Cats and Flowers. Circa Mid 20th Century
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass, Wood

Chinese Suzhou Embroidery Table Screen
Located in Astoria, NY
Chinese Suzhou Embroidery Table Screen, revolving panel depicting cat and praying mantis scene
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Thread, Wood, Glass

Midcentury Chinese Ink and Color on Paper Persimmon Painting
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Colorful midcentury Chinese ink and color painting depicting a fruiting persimmon tree. Features a
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Pair of Chinese Ancestor Portrait Panels
Located in Chicago, IL
Believing that the departed continue to hold influence over the lives of the living, many Chinese
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20th Century Qing Portrait Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Impressive Chinese Ancestral Portrait
Located in Chicago, IL
Ancestor portraits are commemorative paintings commissioned by families; they are a visual
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass, Paper, Wood

Early 20th Century Portraits of Chinese Dignitaries, a Pair
Located in New York, NY
This diptych comprises of a pair of paintings on silk, with glass and wood frames, made 1900-1925
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Early 20th Century Chinese Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Silk

Pair Chinese Ancestor Portraits In Gilt Bamboo-Form Frames
Located in Chicago, IL
Tall and not too wide, these striking ancestor portraits are a versatile size. Although we are not able to determine the age, we believe they are early 20th century or prior. They a...
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20th Century Chinese Paintings

Materials

Paper, Wood, Glass

Pair of Chinese Ancestor Portraits in Carved Rosewood Frames
Located in Austin, TX
A pair of hand painted ancestor portraits in carved rosewood frames, with reverse glass painted
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Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinoiserie Paintings

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Glass, Gouache, Rosewood

Chinese Watercolor Ancestor Portrait
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Colorful Chinese watercolor on silk painting of a patriarch depicted seated in a robe in front of a
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20th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

Materials

Silk, Glass, Wood, Paper

Pair of Chinese Ancestor Portraits
Located in Chicago, IL
Ancestral portraits are commemorative paintings commissioned by families; they are a visual
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass, Paper, Wood

Chinese Green Hardstone Table Screen
Located in Astoria, NY
Chinese Green Hardstone Round Table Screen, with turquoise, glass, and agate landscape motif
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20th Century Chinese Other Paintings and Screens

Materials

Stone, Agate

Asian Framed Crane Watercolor Painting
Located in Norwood, NJ
Asian Framed Crane Watercolor Painting. Large Asian/Chinese watercolor depicting cranes. Framed
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Paintings

Materials

Glass, Paint

Pair of Framed Eglomisé Chinese Vases
Located in New York, NY
Pair of framed Eglomisé Chinese vases. Painted Eglomisé vases framed in black painted wood frames
Category

20th Century Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

19th Century Chinese Table Screen with Original Spoiled Mirror
Located in Chicago, IL
A 19th century Chinese rosewood table screen with meandering motif carved framed mirror with
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Rosewood, Glass

Antique pair of Chinese reverse painted pictures, the Emperor and Empress C 1920
Located in Central England, GB
A very decorative rich and colourful pair of pictures are hand painted in reverse on panes of glass
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass

Vintage Chinese Ancestral Portraits on Paper - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of cultural richness to your décor with this set of 2 Vintage Chinese Ancestral
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Mid-20th Century North American Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper

Pair of Chinese Ancestor Portraits in Gilt Bamboo Form Frames
Located in Chicago, IL
Tall and not too wide, these striking ancestor portraits are a versatile size. Although we are not able to determine the age, we believe they are early 20th century or prior. They ar...
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Pair of Chinese Pink Botanical Dogwood Watercolors in Silver Frames
Located in Essex, MA
Antique Pair of Chinese Pink Botanical Dogwood Watercolors in SilverFrames A lovely antique pair
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20th Century Paintings

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Glass, Paper

Pair of Ancestral Watercolor Paintings Carved Frames Panels Large
Located in West Hartford, CT
Beautiful paintings displayed in intricately carved wood frames. Each painting is done on silk
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Paintings and Screens

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

1980s Pair of Chinese Paintings on Glass of Emperor and Empress
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s pair of Chinese paintings on glass of emperor and empress.
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Late 20th Century Chinese Decorative Art

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

A Late 17th / Early 18th Century Chinese Reverse Glass Painting
Located in London, GB
Mounted on an early 18th century walnut frame.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Walnut

19th Century Chinese Table Screen with Reverse Glass Painting and Mirror
Located in Chicago, IL
reverse glass painting while the opposite side is a mirror. The base is a lovely carved Rosewood
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Table Mirrors

Materials

Rosewood

Yongkai Hu Original Gouache and Ink on Paper - Ladies with Cats
Located in Fairfield, CA
An original gouache and ink on paper by renowned Chinese artist, Yongkai Hu (born 1945). Depicts a
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Paintings

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Ancestor Portrait of Mandarin and First Wife
Located in Kastrup, DK
wood with glass. China mid 19th century, Qing dynasty.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Paintings

Materials

Metal

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Chinese Glass Painting For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Chinese glass painting available at 1stDibs. Each Chinese glass painting for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, wood and paper. There are many kinds of the Chinese glass painting you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each Chinese glass painting bearing Mid-Century Modern, Folk Art or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Chinese glass painting over the years, but those crafted by Imperial Porcelain Factory are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Chinese Glass Painting?

Prices for a Chinese glass painting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $100 and can go as high as $38,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,016.
Questions About Chinese Glass Painting
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese Peking glass, also known as Kangxi glass, is a form of glassware from 18th century Peking. It was originally used to create glass snuff bottles amongst other designs, and still is in production today. You’ll find a variety of Chinese Peking glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Yes, you can paint your Chinese cabinet, though unless it is in poor condition, doing so is usually frowned upon. You will have to sand down the surface beforehand, as most Chinese cabinets have a lacquer finish.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese ancestor paintings are portraits of the deceased ancestors of a Chinese family. These portraits would be done by an artist to honor and remember their ancestors, and legend had it that if these paintings were properly cared for, the ancestors would bring fortune to the family. Shop an array of Chinese ancestor paintings on 1stDibs.
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    One of the esteemed pursuits of the traditional Chinese scholar was landscape painting, known generally as shān shuǐ. Capturing the beauty of nature within a balanced composition is considered a conceptual feat achieved only by the hand of a master.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a glass lampshade can be painted. It’s best to use a paint that’s designed to be applied to glass and to use the instructions that are provided with that paint to get the best results. Shop a range of antique and modern glass lampshades on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can paint a glass window. Certain types of paint are optimal for glass and include enamel acrylics, specially formulated solvent-based paints and acrylics specifically suited for glass. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of painted glass windows from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The first step in reverse glass painting is to select your design and to transfer it to a pane of glass. From there you can paint in your design. Once the paint is dry and set, you can proudly display your artwork from the unpainted side that will have no exposed paint and will be less prone to chipping.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The difference between stained glass and painted glass is how it is made. To create stained glass, an artisan adds pigments to the glass and then fires it at high temperatures to permanently change the appearance of the material. With painted glass, color is added after firing and may rub off or fade with age. You'll find a large selection of glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To spot Chinese fake Murano glass, use a magnifying glass to examine its surface. Murano glass is handmade, so you can expect to see small imperfections, such as bubbles and irregularly shaped edges. Replicas produced overseas are machine-made and tend to be more uniform. As you study your piece, you should be able to detect multiple layers of glass on an authentic Murano, but a replica will often be composed of a single, thick piece of glass. Finally, check the maker's mark and compare it to images of the signatures found on authentic pieces produced by that workshop, artisan or factory. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your item. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Windows that appear to be made of painted glass are called stained glass windows. Stained glass windows are made of glass that has been colored by mixing molten glass with metallic oxides. Shop a range of stained glass pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Reverse painting on glass is called verre églomisé. The term gets its name from the 18th-century decorator Jean-Baptiste Glomy who became famous for his reverse-painted glass prints. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of verre églomisé furniture and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The craft of painting enamel on glass is called enameling. Because regular paint would simply wash off glass, the artisan uses enamel and fires it into the glass once they have painted the design. Browse a range of enameled glass pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Yes, it is safe to paint a glass lampshade as long as you are using glass-specific paint. One thing to note: If your lampshade is translucent (versus opaque), the paint color will look slightly different when you turn the lamp on.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, you can paint a glass lamp shade. You can use glass paints or acrylic paint to give old glass fixtures an inexpensive makeover. You can also use stencils for added visual appeal. Find a variety of lamp shades on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Technically, you can put a canvas painting in a glass frame. However, many experts advise against it. Paintings executed on canvas typically do not need the protection of glass, and a glass front on a frame can actually make it more difficult to admire the brushwork and fine details of a piece. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of paintings.