Copper-Foil Wrapped Stained Glass |
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The copper-foil method of stained glass began in 19th century. It is commonly referred to as Tiffany-style stained glass, because it was first used by the Louis B. Tiffany Company. This method allows a glass artist to make fluid, detailed panes and three-dimensional shapes in a way that lead stained glass does not. |
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This method consists of wrapping the edges of each piece of glass with adhesive-backed copper foil. The foil is burnished to make sure that it is tightly adhered to the glass. |
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Soldering flux is applied lightly to the the copper foil, and the joints between each piece of glass is soldered. The panel is turned over and process is repeated on the back side. The silver-looking solder is either left to age naturally, or a patina is applied to it to give it an instant aged look like what is shown on this sample. |
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March 26, 2010
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