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PorcelainNightlights: Lithophanes were conceived in 1827 in Europe, when it was discovered that a remarkable three dimensional image could be produced by shining light through a carving of varied thickness in porcelain. These beautiful transparencies were achieved by first carving the image into soft beeswax, lit from behind. The translucency of the wax allowed the artist to see the results of his work, as he worked. A plaster casting was taken from the original masterwork, then a fine porcelain paste was pressed into the plaster mold. After drying, the porcelain plaques were then fired to 2300 degrees F., to achieve their extreme density and amazing translucency.
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