{"product_id":"1776-houston-llew-spiritile","title":"1776 *NEW* | Houston Llew Spiritile","description":"\u003cp class=\"m_6468934458812409266h m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003eIn honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States, we are excited to introduce \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e1776\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e— a new\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e Limited Edition Spiritile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e celebrating liberty, craftsmanship, and the enduring spirit of American making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"m_6468934458812409266h m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003eWrapped around the edges of this commemorative release is the story:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"m_6468934458812409266h m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e“The sacred fire of liberty is now entrusted to the people.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e— Benjamin Franklin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"m_6468934458812409266h m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003eWhat makes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e1776\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e especially meaningful is that it marks a FIRST in Houston Llew history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003eFor the first time in Houston Llew history, the glass at the heart of this Spiritile began in their own studio—melted, formed, and brought to life by hand. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003eFire has always been central to the Spiritile process. Glass and enamel transformed through heat into something luminous and lasting. With \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e1776\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e, that story begins even earlier—making this piece a true reflection of American craftsmanship from beginning to end.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"m_6468934458812409266h m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003eHandmade in Charleston, South Carolina, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e1776\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e honors not only our nation’s 250-year legacy, but the spirit of creativity, independence, and craftsmanship that continues to inspire every day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"m_6468934458812409266h m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_6468934458812409266nb m_6468934458812409266ob\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1776 is a Limited Edition Spiritile\u003c\/strong\u003e and will be available to \u003cstrong\u003eorder through Labor Day 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereleased June 1st, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eretiring Labor Day 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8.5 x 5.5 x 2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eglass enamel on copper, formed around a wood core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Spiritile is made painstakingly by hand in Houston Llew's studio in Charleston, South Carolina. The glass is applied to one side of the metal using stencils and relying on precise layering with hand sifters. The piece is only fired once. After firing, a pin is rolled over the enameled metal to form intentional crazing marks in the glass. Although it goes against the medium's traditional teachings, Houston says this technique creates increased light refraction, particularly in the transparent glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpiritiles can be hung on the wall (they look especially impactful in groups), displayed freestanding, and even withstand high humidity, direct sun and covered outdoor environments (we recommend taking them inside during cold winter weather).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spiritiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48269943079166,"sku":"210000031193","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0247\/6087\/files\/29016_copy.jpg?v=1780326480","url":"https:\/\/www.artisansbench.com\/products\/1776-houston-llew-spiritile","provider":"The Artisan's Bench","version":"1.0","type":"link"}