Fact of the Day: 11/03/2022
If you search “stained glass,” you will find many beautiful images of stained glass, ranging from famous church windows to windows in old-style homes. Who made stained glass popular? According to The Stained Glass Association of America, “The art-glass form was made popular by Louis C. Tiffany” (“History of Stained Glass” par. 3). Tiffany was a 19th century American artist who perfected creating art with stained glass (“Louis Comfort Tiffany” par. 1). The stained glass art form has evolved over time to include a variety of many different styles. Where have you seen examples of stained glass?
Reference(s):
- “History of Stained Glass:” https://stainedglass.org/resources/history-of-stained-glass/
- “Louis Comfort Tiffany:” https://www.morsemuseum.org/louis-comfort-tiffany
Fact Author: Durga I.
Fact Editor: Ace
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