art glass

noun

1. (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.
2. any of the objects made of such glass, as lamps, vases, and the like.

Word History and Origins

Origin of art glass¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

Rabbet these pieces sufficient to allow the art glass to set in on the back sides and be fastened—about 1/4 in.

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The shade is made of oak frames set in with clouded art glass panels.

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Design a pottery and copper lamp with amber art glass in the shade.

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The effect of plain glazing depends entirely on the arrangement of the lead lines and the art glass.

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The shade is made of wood glued up and has art glass fitted in rabbets cut on the inner edges.

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