Author Question: Describe the various steps used in producing a medieval stained-glass window. What will be an ... (Read 39 times)

acc299 · **on:** Jun 23, 2018

Describe the various steps used in producing a medieval stained-glass window.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

In what ways can the fiber arts be considered a three-dimensional medium?

What will be an ideal response?

Ashley I · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: The ideal answer should include:
1. Metallic salts are added to the blown glass during manufacture.
2. Artisans blow the glass into different colors and roll the glass into pieces.
3. These pieces are cut into fragments and assembled over a drawing marked out in chalk dust.
4. The fragments are joined by strips of lead and by iron bands.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Fabric can be used to fill a three-dimensional space in the way carpet fills a room or clothing covers a body.