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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The supersize California bungalow fit into the contours of land and was designed with art glass and natural wood throughout.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 19, 2022
The turquoise bottle, likely recycled glass, appeals to me for two reasons: The color is reminiscent of early Steuben glass, and the bottle reminds me of my grandmother, an art glass collector.
From New York Times ● Aug. 12, 2017
I used to hang out at the table with Cathy Bailey, who does art glass.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 24, 2016
The ornate interior, illuminated by a skylight, is full of boutiques like Prosperity, which sells handcrafted art glass jewelry.
From Reuters ● Jul. 17, 2016
Leaded or art glass is attractive if not overdone.
From The Complete Home by Laughlin, Clara E. (Clara Elizabeth)
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