Stained-Glass Lights with Cabochons

A cabochon is a raised cast insert with ribs radiating from its centre. Unlike a flat piece it works as a small lens: it gathers light and gives it back as a narrow bright point. Set in a ring, these inserts produce a row of glowing accents on a calm field.

The cream field is a deliberate choice: on coloured glass the cabochons would be lost. The light from this lamp is warm and almost colourless — it suits a place that needs texture rather than a colour accent.