art glass: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples

No. Stained glass is a specific technique (pieces of coloured glass joined by lead) often used for windows. Art glass is a broader category that includes stained glass, but also blown glass, fused glass, painted glass, etc., made primarily as art objects.

Only if the table is primarily a unique, sculptural work by a known artist. For a well-designed but mass-produced or functional item, terms like 'designer glass table' or 'decorative glass table' are more appropriate.

They overlap significantly. 'Art glass' is the broader historical term. 'Studio glass' specifically refers to the post-1960s movement where artists work in their own small studios (not factories), often emphasising individual artistic expression. Most studio glass is art glass.

It can be both, but typically used as an uncountable mass noun when referring to the category (e.g., 'She collects art glass'). It becomes countable when referring to individual pieces or types (e.g., 'a fine piece of art glass', 'several art glasses from different periods').

A type of glassware made for decorative or artistic purposes, often handcrafted and valued more for its aesthetic qualities than utility.

Art glass is usually formal, technical (art/antiques), semi-formal in register.

Art glass: in British English it is pronounced /ˈɑːt ˌɡlɑːs/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈɑːrt ˌɡlæs/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.