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mary ann shaffer
Modern
Modern

mary ann shaffer

Born 1944 Works span 1994–1994

Mary Ann Shaffer: Pioneer of American Studio Glass Mary Ann Shaffer (born 1947) is an American artist who has carved out a distinctive place in the history of studio glass, recognized for her innovative approach to manipulating molten glass and embedding found objects into sculptural forms. Her work stands as testament to experimentation, artistic vision, and a profound connection with materials—a legacy cemented by inclusions in pres…

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Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through mary ann shaffer's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

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Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups mary ann shaffer's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.