The Quiet Master: Nontas Kontes and the Legacy of American Glass Nontas Kontes, born in 1921 in Vineland, New Jersey, is a name often spoken alongside his brother James in the world of American glass art. While James Kontes is frequently recognized for his prolific output and innovative designs, Nontas’s contribution remains subtly profound – a quiet dedication to craft, a deep appreciation for color and form, and an unwavering commit…