Jonas Zeuner: A Master of Glass and Light Jonas Zeuner (1727–1814), was a German artist and engraver who achieved renown for his innovative technique – verre églomisé – transforming ordinary glass into shimmering canvases imbued with intricate designs. Born in Kassel, Germany, little is known about Zeuner’s formative years beyond establishing himself as a craftsman in Amsterdam around 1750. Despite initial obscurity, he swiftly gained recognition within the artistic circles of his time for his exceptional skill in engraving gold and silver leaf onto glass surfaces, creating breathtaking visu…