Beyer Studio and Anthony Trading Company Partner to Create Unique Gifts in Stained Glass
Old world craftsmanship meets new world demand.
Philadelphia, PA, January 12, 2007 --(PR.com)-- Longtime associates Beyer Studio, Inc. and Anthony Trading Company are collaborating to meet the growing demand for rare and unique statements in stained glass.
Since the Golden Age of Gothic Architecture in the 12th century, stained glass has sustained its place as the premier standard for decorative glass: its colors, designs and narrative compositions evoking emotion and adding grandeur in both religious and secular architectural settings; its intricate hand craftsmanship producing beauty lasting for centuries; and its enduring popularity gaining strength even in an increasingly technological world. People still marvel at the exquisite renderings in glass and superb craftsmanship that was produced by European studios and American stained glass artists such as Tiffany and LaFarge.
Recognizing that 21st century mobility has not diminished the public’s demand for stained glass, Beyer Studio, Inc., one of the nation’s leading stained glass studios, and Anthony Trading Company, purveyors of rare and one-of-a-kind objects, have created a unique product called “Legacy Stained Glass.” “I’ve watched the demand for quality stained glass grow over the last 15 years and know that there is a need that we understand and can fulfill,” Joe Beyer stated. “We are calling it Legacy Stained Glass because the technique and craftsmanship are virtually unchanged, but the product and application are clearly quite contemporary.”
“Until now, the complexity and cost of this medium has kept it inaccessible to most admirers and the highest quality work has rarely been available outside of architectural settings. This exclusivity has helped perpetuate the widely held assumption that stained glass is a 'lost art,'” Beyer continued. This perception is about to change through the fortuitous meeting of an impassioned collector, Paul Anthony, and a dedicated artist, Joe Beyer, who announce the Legacy Stained Glass venture to the eager stained glass marketplace.
Initial market segments for gifts in stained glass include corporate, home décor, college and university coats-of-arms and logos, foundations, professional sports and any event that warrants permanent commemoration. Paul Anthony, a 20-year veteran in antiquities and marketing trends in that industry, believes that he and Beyer will be successful in meeting demand and helping to present the craft of stained glass to a broader public. “We expect to expand the market for Legacy Stained Glass and put it within reach of people who want to add something special to their homes or offices,” Anthony explained. “For many years I have been searching for a way to deliver high quality stained glass to the public in a form that is free from the constraints of a window installation,” Beyer added. “Paul’s enthusiasm for the medium and his marketing experience and the expertise of our studio craftsmen will fulfill a virtually limitless demand for stained glass objects d’art.”
By mid 2007, the partnership expects to be producing customized stained glass for six universities that have expressed interest in the Legacy Stained Glass concept as gifts for large contributors and distinguished alumni and alumnae.
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About Beyer Studio: Beyer Studio is a 27-year-old company offering a full range of services in original design, restoration and the adaptive reuse of historic stained glass. Beyer Studio (www.beyerstudio.com) is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
About Anthony Trading Company: Anthony Trading Company is an 18-year-old marketing company specializing in the antiques trade; helping discriminating clients from around the world find and preserve special and rare objects. Anthony Trading Company (www.anthonytradingco.com) is headquartered in Yardley, Pennsylvania.
Since the Golden Age of Gothic Architecture in the 12th century, stained glass has sustained its place as the premier standard for decorative glass: its colors, designs and narrative compositions evoking emotion and adding grandeur in both religious and secular architectural settings; its intricate hand craftsmanship producing beauty lasting for centuries; and its enduring popularity gaining strength even in an increasingly technological world. People still marvel at the exquisite renderings in glass and superb craftsmanship that was produced by European studios and American stained glass artists such as Tiffany and LaFarge.
Recognizing that 21st century mobility has not diminished the public’s demand for stained glass, Beyer Studio, Inc., one of the nation’s leading stained glass studios, and Anthony Trading Company, purveyors of rare and one-of-a-kind objects, have created a unique product called “Legacy Stained Glass.” “I’ve watched the demand for quality stained glass grow over the last 15 years and know that there is a need that we understand and can fulfill,” Joe Beyer stated. “We are calling it Legacy Stained Glass because the technique and craftsmanship are virtually unchanged, but the product and application are clearly quite contemporary.”
“Until now, the complexity and cost of this medium has kept it inaccessible to most admirers and the highest quality work has rarely been available outside of architectural settings. This exclusivity has helped perpetuate the widely held assumption that stained glass is a 'lost art,'” Beyer continued. This perception is about to change through the fortuitous meeting of an impassioned collector, Paul Anthony, and a dedicated artist, Joe Beyer, who announce the Legacy Stained Glass venture to the eager stained glass marketplace.
Initial market segments for gifts in stained glass include corporate, home décor, college and university coats-of-arms and logos, foundations, professional sports and any event that warrants permanent commemoration. Paul Anthony, a 20-year veteran in antiquities and marketing trends in that industry, believes that he and Beyer will be successful in meeting demand and helping to present the craft of stained glass to a broader public. “We expect to expand the market for Legacy Stained Glass and put it within reach of people who want to add something special to their homes or offices,” Anthony explained. “For many years I have been searching for a way to deliver high quality stained glass to the public in a form that is free from the constraints of a window installation,” Beyer added. “Paul’s enthusiasm for the medium and his marketing experience and the expertise of our studio craftsmen will fulfill a virtually limitless demand for stained glass objects d’art.”
By mid 2007, the partnership expects to be producing customized stained glass for six universities that have expressed interest in the Legacy Stained Glass concept as gifts for large contributors and distinguished alumni and alumnae.
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About Beyer Studio: Beyer Studio is a 27-year-old company offering a full range of services in original design, restoration and the adaptive reuse of historic stained glass. Beyer Studio (www.beyerstudio.com) is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
About Anthony Trading Company: Anthony Trading Company is an 18-year-old marketing company specializing in the antiques trade; helping discriminating clients from around the world find and preserve special and rare objects. Anthony Trading Company (www.anthonytradingco.com) is headquartered in Yardley, Pennsylvania.
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917-838-1605
www.anthonytradingco.com
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