The Tiffany Girls: A Novel By Shelley Noble

Shelley Noble's historical novel, set in 1899 Manhattan, unveils the fascinating yet overlooked world of the "Tiffany Girls." Working in the Women’s Division of the Tiffany Glass Company, these artists, including Emilie Pascal and Grace Griffith, contribute significantly to Louis Comfort Tiffany’s renowned glassworks. Despite their pivotal role, they remain uncredited.

Emilie, a daughter of an art forger, seeks redemption and a fresh start in New York. To pursue her destiny as an artist, she forges a letter of recommendation, hoping to escape her troubled past. Grace, adept at cutting glass for Tiffany's windows, maintains a secret life as a political cartoonist under the alias G.L. Griffith, concealing her identity as a woman.

Clara Driscoll, the division's manager, grapples with the challenges of keeping her team on schedule and within budget. Amid the chaos, she becomes obsessed with a new design—a dragonfly lamp that will eventually become Tiffany’s iconic piece.

The novel weaves these women's stories together, depicting their struggles, aspirations, and the desire to be recognized as artists in a male-dominated society. Brought together by chance, the "Tiffany Girls" defy societal norms, ultimately shattering the glass ceiling for themselves and future working women. Shelley Noble's work is a tribute to the strength, talent, and resilience of these remarkable women in the world of art and craftsmanship. 📚❤️