Silver stain made its appearance around the year 1350 and forever changed the medium of stained glass. An oxide of silver applied to clear glass then heated in the kiln created a chemical reaction that literally changes the color of the glass. Yellow to deep amber tones are possible depending on the concentration of silver in the mix and the softness of the glass. Nowhere was this technique used to greater effect than in the workshops of northern Europe. Using historic examples as inspiration students explore the tonal ranges available using clear glass, black or brown matt and amber stain. Click the example above to reach the silver stain gallery.
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