The Etched Luminescent Heart centers an ornate heart framed by curling filigree, dotted scrollwork, small roses, and butterflies. The line-forward design keeps the etched luminescent glass open and delicate, fine linework drawn against a luminous rainbow shimmer. Generous negative space surrounds the central motif.
The luminescent coating gives a luminous, pearlescent rainbow shimmer that shifts with the light and varies sheet to sheet. On a Black base the shimmer looks bold and high-contrast; on Clear it stays translucent and passes light for suncatchers and windows; on Opaque White it sits soft and luminous.
Best for jewelry, cabochons, and focal cuts. Genuine Wissmach Luminescent glass, an Art Glass Supplies exclusive.
Specifications
- SKU: 165304
- Pattern: Heart
- Available bases: Black Luminescent, Clear Luminescent, Opaque White Luminescent
- Available sizes: 5"x5"
- Thickness: 3mm
- COE: COE96
- Category: COE96 Etched Luminescent
Working Notes
Firing Instructions & Helpful Tips: Luminescent Etched Glass
These are guidelines, not guarantees. Each kiln and each handmade sheet behaves a little differently, so test a small piece first when the result matters.
- Cut on the non-etched (back) side. To cut on the etched (front) side instead, pre-fire etched-side-down to about 1350°F first.
- Do not cap with clear.
- For the first fuse, fire etched-side-down on fiber paper. Fired face-up the luminescent coating can burn off.
- It can be re-fired etched-side-up at a lower temperature (under 1400°F; we don't exceed 1250°F).
See the Luminescent Love tip sheet PDF included on this page, or visit ArtGlassSupplies.com/etched-tips, for the full firing guide.
Q: What is etched luminescent glass?
A: A luminescent coating on the glass surface that gives a luminous, pearlescent rainbow shimmer in ordinary light. It is not glow in the dark. Selected areas of the coating have been etched away to leave the pattern: the remaining coating carries the rainbow shimmer, and the etched-through areas reveal the base glass beneath. The coating is on one side only.
Q: What base options are available for the Etched Luminescent Heart?
A: Black Luminescent, Clear Luminescent, and Opaque White Luminescent. 3mm. The base is selected at order time.
Q: How does the rainbow shimmer look on different bases?
A: On a Black base the rainbow shimmer reads bold and high-contrast. On a Clear base it is more translucent and passes light, suited to suncatchers and windows. On an Opaque White base it reads soft and luminous against a light ground. The shimmer shifts with the light and varies sheet to sheet, and it is seen in normal light, not in the dark.
Q: Is the Etched Luminescent Heart made to order?
A: Each piece is etched to order. Because it is etched on demand, it may not ship under our standard next-day shipping guarantee. Allow extra handling time.
Q: Can I get this pattern on a different glass, or my own pattern etched?
A: Yes. For other color glass or full configurability, use our Freestyle Etched option (linked on this page). Custom etching is also available. Contact AGS to arrange your own pattern etched onto luminescent glass.
