Stained Glass - Medieval - with Angel & Lightbox Display | Circa 16th Century
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Stained Glass - Medieval - with Angel & Lightbox Display | Circa 16th Century
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Historical Context & Origin
Region: Switzerland
Material: Hand-painted stained glass with lead framework, mounted in a custom lightbox frame
Period: Renaissance Era, circa 1500–1550 CE
Description
A rare Renaissance-era stained glass panel from Switzerland, demonstrating the refined craftsmanship of early European glass artisans. The composition features an angel presenting a heraldic shield, its quartering displaying three ermine sables and golden crosses associated with noble heraldic traditions. The deep blue background evokes celestial symbolism, emphasizing divine guardianship and noble virtue. Professionally mounted within a custom lightbox frame, the panel highlights the vivid coloration and delicate leadwork characteristic of Renaissance stained glass.
Features
- Authentic 16th-century Swiss stained glass panel with angel and heraldic shield
- Renaissance craftsmanship with vibrant pigments and fine lead framing
- Heraldic symbolism including ermine sables and golden crosses
- Mounted in a custom lightbox frame for illumination and display
- Deep blue background symbolizing celestial and spiritual themes
Cultural Significance
During the Medieval and Renaissance periods, stained glass served both devotional and heraldic functions, illuminating churches, civic buildings, and noble estates with narratives of faith and lineage. Angels bearing shields symbolized divine guardianship over families and institutions, while heraldic devices reinforced identity and status. Panels such as this reflect the intersection of religious symbolism, noble heritage, and masterful artistic technique that defined Renaissance glasswork.
Condition
Good overall condition for its age, with vibrant surviving coloration and a stable lead framework. The panel shows age-related cracks and losses to several glass sections, including noticeable missing/broken areas along the lower-right portion of the roundel, as visible in the photographs. Additional smaller cracks and surface wear are present throughout, consistent with the age and fragile nature of historic stained glass. The panel remains visually impressive and is housed in a custom lightbox frame for protected display and illumination.
Dimensions (Approximate)
Panel Width: 9 in
Frame Width: 11.5 in
Depth: 2.25 in
Age (Approximate)
475–525 years old
Provenance
Formerly part of a private collection in Paris, France, where it had been held for more than 30 years. The piece was subsequently offered by Alder Nordmann, Paris, France, on May 11, 2021, as Lot 97. It was later offered by Timeline Auctions Ltd., Essex, United Kingdom, on September 5, 2023, as Lot 345, before entering a private collection in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Study the history of Stained Glass in Medieval Europe
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Description
Historical Context & Origin
Region: Switzerland
Material: Hand-painted stained glass with lead framework, mounted in a custom lightbox frame
Period: Renaissance Era, circa 1500–1550 CE
Description
A rare Renaissance-era stained glass panel from Switzerland, demonstrating the refined craftsmanship of early European glass artisans. The composition features an angel presenting a heraldic shield, its quartering displaying three ermine sables and golden crosses associated with noble heraldic traditions. The deep blue background evokes celestial symbolism, emphasizing divine guardianship and noble virtue. Professionally mounted within a custom lightbox frame, the panel highlights the vivid coloration and delicate leadwork characteristic of Renaissance stained glass.
Features
- Authentic 16th-century Swiss stained glass panel with angel and heraldic shield
- Renaissance craftsmanship with vibrant pigments and fine lead framing
- Heraldic symbolism including ermine sables and golden crosses
- Mounted in a custom lightbox frame for illumination and display
- Deep blue background symbolizing celestial and spiritual themes
Cultural Significance
During the Medieval and Renaissance periods, stained glass served both devotional and heraldic functions, illuminating churches, civic buildings, and noble estates with narratives of faith and lineage. Angels bearing shields symbolized divine guardianship over families and institutions, while heraldic devices reinforced identity and status. Panels such as this reflect the intersection of religious symbolism, noble heritage, and masterful artistic technique that defined Renaissance glasswork.
Condition
Good overall condition for its age, with vibrant surviving coloration and a stable lead framework. The panel shows age-related cracks and losses to several glass sections, including noticeable missing/broken areas along the lower-right portion of the roundel, as visible in the photographs. Additional smaller cracks and surface wear are present throughout, consistent with the age and fragile nature of historic stained glass. The panel remains visually impressive and is housed in a custom lightbox frame for protected display and illumination.
Dimensions (Approximate)
Panel Width: 9 in
Frame Width: 11.5 in
Depth: 2.25 in
Age (Approximate)
475–525 years old
Provenance
Formerly part of a private collection in Paris, France, where it had been held for more than 30 years. The piece was subsequently offered by Alder Nordmann, Paris, France, on May 11, 2021, as Lot 97. It was later offered by Timeline Auctions Ltd., Essex, United Kingdom, on September 5, 2023, as Lot 345, before entering a private collection in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Learn More
Study the history of Stained Glass in Medieval Europe
Read our article on Antique Stained Glass and its Historical Significance
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