The Victorians loved colored glass and used a lot of it in their homes. Whether produced by a master artist or in a decorator’s factory, it is characteristic of the time and important to the character of the house. It should be preserved. There are experts who can restore damaged stained glass and provide advice for maintaining glass that has survived without damage.
This lovely transom window in located in the 1887 Hench House, one of the 13 featured houses photographed by noted architectural photographer David Clough and presented between the how-to chapters of Restoring Your Historic House, The Comprehensive Guide for Homeowners .
Restoring Your Historic House, The Comprehensive Guide for Homeowners is now available direct from the author as well as on the Barnes & Noble, Powell’s Books, Target, and Walmart websites and on Amazon. Order your copy today!
If you want to shop local, ask your local bookstore to contact their W.W. Norton rep to order copies.
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