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This is the first book exclusively about L. C. Tiffany's glass mosaic masterpieces, created from 1880 to 1931 at the Tiffany Studios in New York City for clients across the continent. Fascinating and well-researched text combines with over 700 color photographs to showcase Tiffany's magnificent art. Many of the images are published here for the first time, highlighting over 70 luminous installations in private mansions, public buildings, and churches. Beautifully decorated interiors, mausoleums, and domestic rooms are shown along with an explanation of Tiffany's technique of mosaic making and the unique glass he created and used in them. New information identifies the mosaic artists who worked with him. A useful glossary of mosaic and glass terms, chronology of events in L. C. Tiffany's life relating to his mosaic work, and complete listing of the locations of his mosaic masterpieces are provided. This book will enthrall lovers of mosaics, students, and scholars with an interest in Tiffany as well as decorative arts and design. AUTHOR: Edith Crouch has studied glass mosaics and L. C. Tiffany's work for many years. She is a mosaic and stained glass artist and teacher, with a background in corporate communications, and lives in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Edith Crouch has studied glass mosaics and L. C. Tiffany's work for many years. She is a mosaic and stained glass artist and teacher, with a background in corporate communications, and lives in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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