There are a few things that I love about the panel. The glass selection and use of different lead profiles is lovely. (One can't really see the lead profiles with the light shining through.
The front entry is fun. The little lights on either side of the door are jewels that Florence gave me for my 40th birthday. Originally the backs were silvered as they were meant for use in jewelry when they were made 100 years ago. An overnight soak in muriatic acid removed that. The front door and oval window are tiny jewels that Florence gave me just for this project.
I've been told not to point out mistakes so I won't but the panel is now back down in the basement waiting to be fixed.
Oh well, I learned some valuable lessons in doing this so quickly.
By the way, that vertical black streak in the sky is a bit of exterior paint from a paint job before we moved into the house and seems impervious to razor blade, pressure washing, and everything else I've tried to remove it.
It's always interesting to see how windows change throughout the day with different light.
I LOVE it. I really have no idea what "lead profiles" are, or what mistakes you see in the finished project. I see nothing but gorgeousness. It is marvelous how many patterns you were able to incorporate: it's so appropriate to a victorian house.
ReplyDeleteWhat is hanging on the door knob?
Glad you like it. The profile of the lead is the shape and size of the surface. There are some that are pointed, others round, some almost flat, some are wider than others. It all reads as negative space unless you see it in person. The thing below the doorknob is a little metal thingy that I thought looked a bit like a fancy lock. Don't know if I like it or not and it's not yet affixed permanently.
DeleteDon't you hate it when "they" manage to be right and we didn't listen?
ReplyDeletePeter this is just amazing. So beautiful.
Yes, I hate that! Thanks for your kind words.
DeleteI hope you show this again when you've "fixed" it. That would be a master class in itself! The light transformation in the last photo shows why you work so hard on these projects. As always, just in awe of your skills, Peter.
ReplyDeleteThe fixes wouldn't look much different as they're mostly hidden in the pictures. This was a fun project. You are very kind but anyone can learn the skills and then it's just a matter of doing it over and over again, learning with each project.
DeleteIt's wonderful, I don't see any mistakes of course because I know nothing. Your choice of various glasses for the different parts of the picture is masterful. Isn't it frustrating to have things like that little streak of paint that won't come off the window behind?
ReplyDeleteThe mistake would require a close-up to see. Since the window is just for me, I probably won't bother fixing it.
DeleteIt’s just beautiful Peter and I can’t see a single mistake. But I know what you mean. I’m a perfectionist too and I don’t think you can be a true craftsperson unless you are.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jessica. It was a fun project.
DeleteI looked for mistakes but all I see is a sense of love and a beautiful window. What a gift you have being able to make such a thing. It is amazing how different it looks with the variations of lighting. The different light brings out the patterns of glass.
ReplyDeleteThanks Lisa. Learning how to do stained glass is one of the many gifts that living in an old house has brought.
DeleteI know nothing about creating stained glass but, even really trying to see the mistakes you mentioned, I couldn't identify any. It looks like a spectacular piece to me, complete with a wide range of intricate details.
ReplyDeleteWe're always our own worst critics aren't we. The blaring mistake requires getting really close to the window to see.
DeleteTruly a masterpiece, Peter. I love the different textured glass, it adds so much to the piece. Wonderfully creative artwork!
ReplyDeleteThanks Eliza. You're too kind.
DeleteI meant every word! :)
DeleteWhat a gorgeous creation! Well done, Peter. Only you know of any mistakes.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Linda. Yes, and I'm not pointing out the mistakes!
DeletePeter, this is truly amazing! I love all the different patterns and textures, it takes a true artist to visulise the finished masterpiece.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh Peter, I could sit and stare at that for hours to try to find a mistake, but alas, all I see is wonderful creativeness. It is truly a beautiful work of art.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend and I'm glad for your sake that the mistake is an easy fix for you to handle. Then you can rest and enjoy your beautiful piece.
FlowerLady