Art Deco Stained glass window - Part of a series of...

Original Dutch Stained Glass Window from Amsterdam (1920) An authentic Dutch stained glass window dating from 1920, originating from a distinguished townhouse on Valeriusplein in Amsterdam’s prestigious Willemspark district, just a short distance from the Vondelpark. This panel formed part of a documented series of matching stained glass windows installed throughout the same residence, reflecting the architectural unity and craftsmanship characteristic of high-quality Amsterdam homes of the period. During the early twentieth century, stained glass was incorporated not only as a decorative feature but also to enrich interiors with coloured natural light while maintaining privacy, becoming an integral part of refined Dutch residential architecture. Installed at a time when Amsterdam-Zuid was one of the city’s newest and most prestigious residential expansions, the window reflects an era in which architecture, decorative arts and traditional craftsmanship were carefully combined to create elegant family homes. Original architectural stained glass from this period is becoming increasingly scarce, particularly when its provenance to a single historic residence has been preserved. Although the original workshop remains unknown, the quality and execution are characteristic of the specialised Dutch stained-glass ateliers active in Amsterdam during the early twentieth century. This was the same period in which renowned artists and workshops such as Richard Roland Holst and the Willem Bogtman Studio collaborated with architects on prestigious buildings and residences in Amsterdam-Zuid, contributing to the area’s rich artistic heritage. As an original architectural element that has survived for more than a century, the window displays minor age-related imperfections and small chips to a few individual glass pieces. No glass elements are missing, and the panel remains complete and structurally intact, preserving its authentic historic character. The carefully balanced geometric composition, textured cathedral glass and traditional leadwork make this an excellent example of early twentieth-century Dutch architectural glass. A well-preserved architectural antique with documented provenance, ideal for collectors, restoration projects or as a unique decorative statement piece.

Estimate:£150.76

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