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The first African American known for creating stained glass windows is John Thomas, who gained recognition in the early 20th century. He was active in the 1920s and 1930s, creating windows for various churches and institutions. His work helped pave the way for future African American artists in the field of stained glass.

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The origins of the first stained glass windows are lost in history. The technique probably came from jewelry making, cloisonn and mosaics. Stained glass windows as we know them, seemed to arise when substantial church building began. By the 10th century, depictions of Christ and biblical scenes were found in French and German churches and decorative designs found in England.


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