Featured art work-Fredericksburg, Texas

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10378 Ranch Road 965, Fredericksburg, TX 78624
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FEATURED ARTWORK

Fused Art Glass Distinctive Works of Art Glass

by Rebecca

Fusing Etching Sandblasting Enameling

Rebecca's Artistic Process

The kiln-forming glass is a specialization within the broader domain of glass working. The glass used to create these art pieces is specially tested at the factory to make sure each piece expands and contracts uniformly when heated at high temperatures. This tested compatible glass is more expensive than the cost of stained glass. Fusing techniques are time consuming and require many times that needed for the traditional stained glass techniques.
   After the design work is completed, elements including cut sheet glass, crushed glass (frit), and threads of glass (stringers) are assembled. The design is placed in a kiln and fired to melt (fuse) the glass together. The Fusing Cycle requires carefully orchestrated stages of heating and cooling over approximately 12 hours.
   A second slumping cycle may then be used to determine the final shape and surface quality of the finished piece of glass. This second cycle of an additional 12 hours at temperatures of between 1050 and 1400 degrees Fahrenheit also involves technical control and ingenuity.
   Inclusions of precious metal leaf such as 23K gold and platinum based metals may be used to further enhance these objects of beauty. The artistic techniques of etching, sandblasting, and enameling may also be integrated into the design
   Every stage in the process is equally important because even the smallest mistake can cause a fatal flaw. Glass is as fragile as it is beautiful.
Rebecca would be more than happy to give you a tour of her studio upon request. To make an appointment please call us ahead of time. The studio is located a 1/2 mile south of here.

If you have an interest in any of the artwork shown below or would like to look at other works by Rebecca, please email me at; chip@klaiberanch.com
Shipping, handling, insurance and applicable sales tax will apply.

“Cactus at Twilight”
Handcrafted Fused Art Glass by Rebecca

Kissed by the dying sun, the golden cactus flowers
gild the twilight landscape.
15 ½ “ X 14” includes a 1” wide custom mesquite frame

When lighted from the back side, the stars shine and colored glass inclusions provide
depth and interest in this colorful landscape.

$400

“Shaman”
Handcrafted Fused Art Glass by Rebecca

Crossing the boundaries between this world and the spirit realm,
the shaman calls upon the supernatural.
17 ¾” X 17 ¾” includes a 1” wide custom mesquite frame.

This mystical Fused Art Glass includes a rainbow iridescent background and 3-dimensional elements.
The belief that God is reflected in nature as seen in the eagle, the moon, and the stars
is a common theme in American Indian culture.

$400

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“Flying Free”
Handcrafted Fused Art Glass by Rebecca

Shimmering butterfly wings capture one of nature’s unrestrained triumphs.
15” decorative plate

This stunning Fused Art Glass includes a background of gold iridized glass
with a thin sunflower yellow border, 3-dimensional butterflies and flowers, and sandblasted leaves.
$325

“Fusion”
Handcrafted Fused Art Glass by Rebecca

Fluid colors of crimson and vibrant yellow fuse into molten brilliance.
14 ½” X 1” deep decorative plate

This lovely fused glass piece may be used as either a decorative piece and as a festive serving piece.
$200

Plate
(Black border has been digitally added for effect)
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“Still Searching”
Handcrafted Fused Art Glass by Rebecca

This old idealist is still looking for that “something” to bring real meaning to his life.
19 ½” high X 17” wide

This old hippie has been painted off-center with a single color of glass stainers’ color that is used in stained glass windows. The glasses reflect a blue-purple iridescence and hide the eyes. The French vanilla background has been sandblasted to a soft matte to contrast with the glossy portrait.
$400

“Fallen Leaf”
Handcrafted Fused Art Glass by Rebecca
A shimmering light is reflected in this fallen fall leaf.
15 ¼” X 10 ½” X 2 ½” deep

Deep red is covered with a fractured iridized glass that swirls with colors of gold, cranberry, blue, and purple.
$150