art glass
Americannoun
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(in the late 19th and early 20th centuries) any of the several varieties of glass using combinations of colors, special effects of opaqueness and transparency, etc., to create an aesthetic effect.
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any of the objects made of such glass, as lamps, vases, and the like.
Etymology
Origin of art glass
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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Dutch architects back then were turning out high-quality, low-cost housing for the working classes distinguished by Expressionistic masonry, turrets and balconies, and stylish art glass, ironwork and sculptures.
From New York Times • Mar. 10, 2023
As all museum and art professionals know, sunlight is fatal to art; glass is the last material a museum would choose to surround its art.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2020
The ornate interior, illuminated by a skylight, is full of boutiques like Prosperity, which sells handcrafted art glass jewelry.
From Reuters • Jul. 17, 2016
The two-story museum will feature more than 100 of the couple’s art glass sculptures in addition to paintings.
From Washington Times • Jun. 8, 2016
Rabbet these pieces sufficient to allow the art glass to set in on the back sides and be fastened—about 1/4 in. will do—and put them together with glue and brads.
From Mission Furniture How to Make It, Part 2 by Windsor, H. H. (Henry Haven)
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