Lamp Maker Assembles Tiffany Shade In Jujuy Cafe

North-window sidelight cuts across a clean wooden table where a lamp maker fits curved pieces of colored glass into a leaded frame. The artisan's hands move with steady precision against the bright, diffuse daylight of a midday wet season in San Salvador de Jujuy. Surrounding the workspace are sparse tools and scraps of copper foil, arranged on surfaces free of clutter. The glass shards reflect cool tones of blue, green, and amber, against the warm, matte finish of the metal frame. Outside the window, blurred greenery suggests recent rain. The composition places the figure at the right edge, leaving negative space on the left that emphasizes the quiet rhythm of the work. A small puddle of water droplets rests on the window sill, catching the light.