North Star Stained Glass with snake shed center, sanwiched between glass and a clear bevel. Tones of Magenta, Red and Amber glow beautifully in natural sunlight. 
 
This beautiful copper-foiled stained glass star was handmade by Tamara Goldsmith in her Portland, OR, studio.
 
This multicolored star utilizes a variety of colors that reflect off of the central bevel which is layered on top of real snake shed from a local living snake.  The solder lines on this piece have been given a black patina, and are waxed for a protective, shiny surface. 
 
Hangs at the top from a blackened Chain.
Measures about 5" wide, 7" tall and hangs from the top of the chain to the bottom; about 14" in total.
 
60/40 lead/tin solder was used and the border is lead came.
Lead is not dangerous to have in your home in an art-piece like this unless sanded or causing lead-dust to be airborne and inhaled or somehow ingested. However, it is always a good idea to wash your hands well after cleaning or handling the piece.