Contemporary Glass
Definition
This term refers to the use of glass as a medium in contemporary art, where artists create works that explore the material's transparency, fragility, and versatility, often resulting in both functional objects and purely aesthetic sculptures.
History
Contemporary Glass art has evolved from traditional glassblowing and stained glass techniques to become a major form of artistic expression, with artists pushing the boundaries of what can be achieved with this material.
Notable Examples
Dale Chihuly
Fiori di Como, 1998
Lino Tagliapietra
Angel Tear, 2011
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Dale Chihuly, known for his large-scale, colorful glass installations, and Lino Tagliapietra, a master glassblower whose work combines traditional Venetian techniques with contemporary aesthetics.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques include glassblowing, casting, fusing, and coldworking, often combined with other materials and technologies to create intricate, delicate, and often large-scale works that explore the unique properties of glass, such as light, color, and transparency.
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