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Louis Comfort Tiffany (18 February 1848 - 17 January 1933) was an American artist and designer, best known for his work in stained glass. He was the son of Charles Lewis Tiffany, the founder of Tiffany & Co, and grew up in a wealthy family in New York City. Tiffany studied art in Europe and began his career as a painter, but later turned to decorative arts and interior design. In 1879 he founded his own company, Louis Comfort Tiffany & Associated Artists, which produced a wide range of decorative objects, including stained glass windows, lamps, vases and jewellery. Tiffany is best known for his work in stained glass, which he revolutionised by using new techniques and materials. He developed 'Favrile' glass, which had a unique iridescent quality and was used in many of his designs. Tiffany's stained glass windows can be found in many churches and public buildings throughout the United States. In addition to his work in stained glass, Tiffany was also an accomplished painter and his landscapes and still lifes were exhibited in many galleries. He was also a collector of Asian art and artefacts, which inspired many of his designs. Tiffany's legacy continues to influence art and design today, and his work is highly sought after by collectors around the world.