Stained glass is a captivating art form that involves using colored glass to create decorative windows and other objects that let light pass through. The glass is stained, or colored, through the addition of metallic oxides during the molten state. While all colored glass can be considered stained, the term is typically used to refer to the ornamental or pictorial glass featured in windows.

The beauty of stained glass lies in its ability to harmonize colors and manipulate the properties of transmitted light and human vision. The art of stained glass dates back to the 12th and 13th centuries when it flourished, drawing inspiration from Gothic architecture and intricate designs. Despite advancements in glassmaking techniques, the art of stained glass declined, as artists tried to emulate the naturalistic style of fresco and easel paintings.

Stained glass may be assembled using leading or other forms of assembly, and it can be found in various architectural styles, including Gothic and Islamic. Its captivating and ethereal effect makes stained glass an art form like no other, captivating viewers with its radiant beauty