Stained Glass

Colored glass for decorative windows.

Overview

Stained glass uses glass and glass blowing for vibrant, symbolic windows in religious and civic buildings.

Core Characteristics

• Vibrant and symbolic.
• Light-enhancing art.
• High craftsmanship.

Notable Examples

• Sainte-Chapelle (France, 1248, stained glass windows).
• Chartres Cathedral (France, 1220, Gothic glass).

Architectural Connections

• Gothic: Decorative focus.
• Religious: Cathedrals.
• Gothic Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Abbot Suger, it transforms sacred spaces.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Glass Blowing (technique), Iconography (theory), Window (element), Art Nouveau (movement)