STAINED GLASS : LEADED, FUSED, FUSION CASTING
Barney Zeitz has been working with stained glass since 1972. He is proficient in both leaded and copper foil (Tiffany) techniques, and since 1977 has developed a style of fused stained glass using metal oxides between the layers of stained glass. The windows can be leaded together, or laminated in a fused and bonding technique. He has also made molds for fusion casting.
Flieden German Church Former Synagogue Fused and laminated stained glass with metal oxide underpainting, 2015-2019. Click on image for details
The project is a 15' x 17' fused stained glass window for the Center at Maple Grove in Kew Gardens, Queens, NYC, 2006-2007. Click on image for details
"Who Shall Ascend" was commissioned by the Rodaf Shalom Temple in Pittsburg, Pa. It measures 76" by 156" x 1" and is fused and bonded stained glass in a stainless steel frame 1989. Click on image for details.
Psalms, fused stained glass with metal oxide underpainting. 23" x 29.25", 2023. Click on image for details.
Victoria's Window, fused stained glass with metal oxide underpainting, leaded, in carved and welded stainless steel frame, 46" x 59", 2022. Click on image for details
The Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center 48" x 109" x 1/2" is made from fused and leaded stained glass. 1996. Click on image for details
Cedar Tree Neck Studies, fused stained glass with metal oxide underpainting and low temperature top fire paints, 19" x 25", 2022, Click on image for details
German Study
Yoga Barn, Chilmark - This fused and bonded stained glass window was built for the Yoga Barn for Scarlett Jarrell from a small sketch she made. Barney built this 60" diameter with his fused glass technique using metal oxides between the layers of stained glass.
Malkin Window - This project was designed from images that the client took of the clay cliffs in Chilmark. The idea was to make an abstract window using the cracks in the clay and colors of the cliffs. I tried several versions and found that multiple layering was possible with the top glazes and look forward to more windows with this layering.
The Rodef Shalom Temple in Pittsburg, Pa commissioned Barney Zeitz to create this breathtaking scene in stained glass. This piece measures 46" x 75" and is created with fused and bonded stained glass. 1986
Gitlin Windows - These windows are photographed in my studio before delivery to Providence. They are fused stained glass with metal oxide under paintings. The central rectangle is 40" x 60" with two silicone seams that run vertically. This is all fired onto thick base glass so the resulting panels are between 3/8" and 5/8". This method would be very applicable for a wall of glass with sections as large as 40" x 60" within a stainless steel grid.
Centerpieces, 1998-2013, fusion cast in mold, welded bronze on steel base. Click on image for details
Torso, fusion cast glass, 1996, 24" x 10" x 6". Click on image for details
Crucifix (Abstract Torso), fusion cast glass, welded steel, with welded steel base, 72" x 24" x 12", 1998. Click on image for details
Trumpet Vine Window - This fused and leaded stained glass window uses techniques Zeitz has developed over 30 years. Drawing and painting with metal oxides under the stained glass layer give a very painterly effect. Enamels are used to give a more opaque quality for the flowers.
The Keith Farm Overlook is a favorite view from Middle Road on Martha's Vineyard, Ma. This lovely fused and leaded stained glass window resides in a private residence and measures 24" x 54" x 1/2".
Sally and Ben - This piece was commissioned by a private client. It is a portrait of her two children, Sally and Ben. It measures 54" x 24" x 1/2 inch. It is made from fused and bonded stained glass. 1987
This Glass landscape resides in a private residence in Bermuda. It is made from fused and bonded stained glass and measures 58" x 58", 1984
Waterlilies, fused and leaded stained glass with cloisonne wire, 19" x 72", 1983. Click on image for details
Jewish Home for the Aged 1982, 40" x 55" Cliock on image for details
Psalms Mosaic, stained glass on glass, 1978. Click on image for details
Requiem, 1978, 15"x16", Glass on glass mosaic using fused glass tiles with stained glass
Glass on glass mosaic with fused glass tiles 1978 one of the first glass mosaics transitioning from the leaded work towards fused glass.
Great Blue Herons, leaded stained glass, 39 x 48",
Dancing Trees, 18" x 54", leaded stained glass, series of 10, different glass each time, 1976
Peacock Window, 48" x 60", leaded stained glass, (Fellerman Glass). 1977. Click on image for details
Ed Jaffe Oak Tree, leaded stained glass in mahogany frame, 1976, 76" x 52.5"
On the Beach at Cedar Tree Neck, leaded stained glass, Fellerman hand rolled glass, 39" x 49" . Click on image for details
Winter Sunset, 1974, 24" x 24", leaded stained glass, Click on image for details