Nationally acclaimed for its excellence in design since 1972, the glass of Orient & Flume utilizes both traditional and contemporary motifs and can be found in the permanent collections of the most prestigious museums in the world. These signed pieces capture nature’s inspiration in both iridescent and crystal clear glass. They are well known for encouraging individual creativity in their artists.

Orient and Flume has influenced many glass artists over the years with their unique approach to glass blowing. The smaller is a floral vase with blue ribbon motif by Scott Beyers, circa 1983, measuring 6' high. The larger is a cattleya orchid vase by Lee Hudin, dated 1984, measuring 8 1/2' high. Owner and co-founder Douglas Boyd started the art glass studio in 1972 at a home between Orient and Flume streets, but soon moved to its current location on Park Ave. Two vintage Orient & Flume art glass paperweight vases. Orient and Flume has been making one-of-a-kind art glass creations since 1972 and the studio has become a fixture in Chico. Of all the art glass creators out there Orient and Flume Art Glass Company in Chico, California is one of the best. No chips, cracks, repairs, or deep scratches. This paperweight is in excellent with no apparent damage or flaws. The base of the paperweight is engraved “Orient & Flume” and the mark “W191978.” The paperweight measures approximately 3″ in diameter by 2 3/4″ in height. Gorgeous hand blown Orient & Flume peach form paperweight it is perfectly shaded in sheer opaque color and has a beautifully round shape. The peach has an applied brown stem from which hangs a crisp green leaf. Orient and Flume Frosted Hand Blown Glass Peach Paperweight

Orient and flume paperweight