A dense all over field of sugar skull calaveras, etched into genuine dichroic glass. AGS curated dichroic color combinations on a Black or Clear base.
Etched Dichroic Sugar Skull fills the sheet with rows of calavera skulls, floral eye sockets, geometric brow bands, and fine scrollwork packed across every face. The repeating field is dense and line forward, crisp linework standing against open negative space. This is an all over field of detailed skull motifs in etched dichroic glass.
The dichroic coating reflects one color and transmits another. On Black Glass the result is bold and high contrast, primarily the reflected color, since light does not cross the opaque base. On Clear Glass light passes through, so both colors show at once, shifting with viewing angle for suncatchers and windows.
Best for jewelry and focal cuts. The dichroic color combination is chosen from an AGS curated set selected for this pattern. An ArtGlassSupplies.com exclusive.
Specifications
- SKU: 164940
- Pattern: Etched Sugar Skull
- Available bases: Black Glass, Clear Glass
- Dichroic color combinations: Candy Apple Red; Rainbow 1; Rainbow 2 Pixie Stix
- Available sizes: 4"x4"
- Thickness: 2mm (Thin Glass)
- COE: COE96
- Category: COE96 Etched Dichroic
Would you like this pattern on another color glass? Use our Freestyle option →
Working Notes
Firing Guidelines & Helpful Tips
Firing schedules and surface results vary by kiln, glass thickness, base glass, coating, layering, and desired finish. These are guidelines, not guarantees. Use the base glass manufacturer's guidance, and test a small piece first when appearance or compatibility is important.
- Cut on the unetched (back) side.
- Clear capping, uncapped firing, and coating side orientation can each affect the final look, coating side up tends toward a glossier finish, and coating side down tends toward a more matte finish, so test first when the result matters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is etched dichroic glass?
Dichroic glass has ancient roots, including the Roman Lycurgus Cup. Modern dichroic glass was advanced through NASA era vacuum deposition work, where ultra thin metal coatings were applied to transparent surfaces for optical protection. Today, dichroic glass uses thin metal oxide layers on the glass surface to create color that shifts with light and viewing angle. For these products, selected areas of the coating have been etched away to leave the pattern, and the etched through areas reveal the base glass beneath. The coating is on one side only.
What base and color combinations are available for Etched Dichroic Sugar Skull?
Base glass: Black Glass or Clear Glass. AGS curated dichroic color combinations: Candy Apple Red; Rainbow 1; Rainbow 2 Pixie Stix. Offered in a 4"x4" size at 2mm thickness. The base and dichroic combination are selected at order time from this curated set.
How does the dichroic color look on Black vs Clear glass?
On Black Glass you see primarily the reflected color, bold and high contrast, because light does not pass through the opaque base. On Clear Glass light passes through, so you see both the transmitted and reflected colors at once, shifting with the viewing angle, which suits suncatchers and windows.
Is the Etched Dichroic Sugar Skull made to order?
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.
Can I get this pattern on a different glass, or my own pattern etched?
Yes. For other color glass or full configurability, you can also design your own version with the same pattern through our Freestyle Etched Glass option, where you choose the compatible glass yourself. Custom etching is also available, contact AGS to arrange your own pattern etched onto dichroic glass.
