Marvin Bentley Lipofsky: Architect of Abstract Form in Glass Marvin Bentley Lipofsky (September 1, 1938 – January 15, 2016) wasn’t simply a glass artist; he was a pivotal architect of the American Studio Glass movement. His career, spanning nearly six decades, witnessed a profound transformation in how glass was perceived and utilized—shifting it from a primarily functional material to one capable of expressing complex ideas through abstract form. Lipofsky's legacy rests not just on his stunningly innovative works but also on his role as an educator, nurturing generations of artists who woul…