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French Window Archway
Located in Dallas, TX
Garden window archway made of Limestone. Originates from France. Circa, 16th century.
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16th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Antique French Window Archway
French Window Archway
H 59 in W 56 in D 14.5 in
Antique Church Window
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very beautiful religious stained glass panel of Jesus and children. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass

Antique Church Window
Antique Church Window
H 74 in W 28 in D 2 in
Ancient Tibetan Windows
Located in Asheville, NC
Ancient Tibetan Temple Windows each of their own unique design coming from the same dissassembled
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18th Century and Earlier Tibetan Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Ancient Tibetan Windows
Ancient Tibetan Windows
H 71.5 in W 46 in D 5 in
Victorian Leaded Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Victorian stained glass window, the original centre panel of which dates to circa 1830
Category

Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Antique Victorian Leaded Glass Window
Victorian Leaded Glass Window
H 38.19 in W 21.66 in D 0.79 in
Antique Stained Glass Window
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Stained Glass Window Create a floral atmosphere in your bathroom with the soft rosey
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood, Paint

Antique Stained Glass Window
Antique Stained Glass Window
H 24 in W 22 in D 2 in
Victorian Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A beautiful Victorian era stained glass window depicting a tree of life style scene. We are also
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Antique Victorian Stained Glass Window
Victorian Stained Glass Window
H 27.76 in W 15.36 in D 0.4 in
Reclaimed Limestone Oval Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed oval window carved from Portland limestone. We currently have four of these windows
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Early 20th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Antique Reclaimed Limestone Oval Window
Reclaimed Limestone Oval Window
H 40.56 in W 51.97 in D 7.09 in
Antique Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed arched stained glass window with a central shield crest.
Category

19th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass

Antique Stained Glass Window
Antique Stained Glass Window
H 40.56 in W 30.71 in D 0.4 in
Reclaimed Carved Limestone Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A richly carved limestone window salvaged from a church in Shropshire.
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19th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Antique Reclaimed Carved Limestone Window
Reclaimed Carved Limestone Window
H 26.97 in W 43.51 in D 5.12 in
Square Stained Glass Windows
Located in Asheville, NC
Square stained glass cupboard window. Salmon gold and clear colored windows among leaded glass
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Early 20th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Glass, Oak, Stained Glass

Square Stained Glass Windows
H 18.5 in W 17 in D 1 in
‘Devonport’ Antique Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An early 20th century antique English stained glass window detailed with the Devonport Coat of Arms
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

‘Devonport’ Antique Stained Glass Window
‘Devonport’ Antique Stained Glass Window
H 34.06 in W 17.52 in D 0.4 in
‘Shoreham’ Antique Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An early 20th century antique English stained glass window detailed with the Shoreham-by-Sea Coat
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Metal, Steel, Lead

‘Shoreham’ Antique Stained Glass Window
‘Shoreham’ Antique Stained Glass Window
H 34.45 in W 18.31 in D 0.6 in
‘Portsmouth’ Antique Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An early 20th century antique English stained glass window detailed with the Portsmouth Coat of
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

‘Portsmouth’ Antique Stained Glass Window
‘Portsmouth’ Antique Stained Glass Window
H 33.86 in W 17.52 in D 0.4 in
Leaded Glass Window 36"x23"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American glass window with lead design. Beautiful arranged design of beveled glass pieces
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Glass

Leaded Glass Window 36"x23"
Leaded Glass Window 36"x23"
H 23 in W 36.5 in D 2 in
Stained Glass Window 47.5"x24"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American made stained glass window with wreath design. Wonderful coloring and led work. Currently
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass

Stained Glass Window 47.5"x24"
Stained Glass Window 47.5"x24"
H 24 in W 47.5 in D 2 in
Stained Glass Window 59"x27"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early American window made of stained glass and leaded outlines showing ivy and ribbons. Currently
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass

Stained Glass Window 59"x27"
Stained Glass Window 59"x27"
H 27 in W 59 in D 2 in
Stained Glass Window 36"x28"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American turn of the century window with stained glass and leaded decoration. Beautiful colors to
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass

Stained Glass Window 36"x28"
Stained Glass Window 36"x28"
H 28.5 in W 36.25 in D 2 in
Antique Religious Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An early 20th century antique religious stained glass window circa 1900. Depicting an
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Early 20th Century English Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Antique Religious Stained Glass Window
Antique Religious Stained Glass Window
H 28.75 in W 25.01 in D 0.4 in
Antique Medieval Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large antique Medieval style late 19th century stained glass window, originally from a church in
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Late 19th Century English Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Glass, Stained Glass, Wood, Pine

Antique Medieval Stained Glass Window
Antique Medieval Stained Glass Window
H 58.27 in W 20.48 in D 0.4 in
19th Century Leaded Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A beautiful late 19th century stained glass window depicting a tree of life style scene. We are
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

19th Century Leaded Glass Window
19th Century Leaded Glass Window
H 27.56 in W 15.16 in D 0.4 in
Reclaimed Victorian Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A beautiful reclaimed Victorian era stained glass window depicting a tree of life style scene. We
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Reclaimed Victorian Stained Glass Window
Reclaimed Victorian Stained Glass Window
H 27.17 in W 15.36 in D 0.4 in
Arched Iron Windows, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Four large windows with muntin bracing and round-arched iron finial.
Category

19th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Iron

Arched Iron Windows, 19th Century
Arched Iron Windows, 19th Century
H 92.13 in W 56.7 in D 2.17 in
Vibrant Antique Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A vibrant antique artisan stained glass window with floral patterns. This beautifully vibrant
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Glass, Stained Glass, Wood, Pine

Vibrant Antique Stained Glass Window
Vibrant Antique Stained Glass Window
H 23.82 in W 14.97 in D 0.4 in
Shakespeare Antique Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A late 19th century antique stained glass window panel depicting Shakespeare, one of 3 similar we
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Shakespeare Antique Stained Glass Window
Shakespeare Antique Stained Glass Window
H 34.26 in W 21.07 in D 0.4 in
Pair of Antique Lancet Windows
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Two reclaimed lancet windows. Constructed from zinc, these fully opening windows are fitted with
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19th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Zinc

Pair of Antique Lancet Windows
Pair of Antique Lancet Windows
H 59.65 in W 12.6 in D 1.58 in
Reclaimed Copper Light Window Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Glazed copper light window panel. Teak window panel with 15 copper light panels.
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Early 20th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Copper

Reclaimed Copper Light Window Panel
Reclaimed Copper Light Window Panel
H 40.56 in W 51.78 in D 1.78 in
American Victorian Leaded Glass Window
Located in Los Angeles, CA
American Victorian leaded glass window, late 19th century The multi-colored window in slag
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Late 19th Century North American Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Oval Reclaimed Portland Limestone Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed oval window carved from Portland limestone. We currently have four of these windows
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Early 20th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Oval Reclaimed Portland Limestone Window
Oval Reclaimed Portland Limestone Window
H 40.56 in W 51.97 in D 7.09 in
Reclaimed Portland Stone Oval Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed oval window carved from Portland limestone. We currently have four of these windows
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stone

Reclaimed Portland Stone Oval Window
Reclaimed Portland Stone Oval Window
H 7.09 in W 51.97 in D 40.56 in
Oval Portland Limestone Antique Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed oval window carved from Portland limestone. We currently have four of these windows
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Oval Portland Limestone Antique Window
Oval Portland Limestone Antique Window
H 40.56 in W 51.97 in D 7.09 in
Reclaimed English Stained Glass Windows
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A set of four antique hand painted English stained glass window panels. This item consists of four
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19th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass

Reclaimed English Stained Glass Windows
Reclaimed English Stained Glass Windows
H 68.9 in W 54.34 in D 0.4 in
French "Glacier" Stained Glass Window
Located in Chicago, IL
A fun French stained glass window stating "Glacier" and depicting ice cream and other colorful
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Early 20th Century French Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass

French "Glacier" Stained Glass Window
French "Glacier" Stained Glass Window
H 31.5 in W 59 in D 0.5 in
Antique Arch Top Transom Window
Located in Greenwich, CT
Rescued from an estate outside of Boston, MA this antique arch top transom window adds an
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18th Century American Federal Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass, Wood

Antique Arch Top Transom Window
Antique Arch Top Transom Window
H 41.75 in W 79.5 in D 1.5 in
Set of Reclaimed Window Shutters
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
These shutters were salvaged from a large house in Esher, UK. We have similar sets available - please enquire for details.
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Wood, Pine

Set of Reclaimed Window Shutters
Set of Reclaimed Window Shutters
H 102.37 in W 60.63 in D 1.11 in
Antique Victorian Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A beautifully hand painted antique stained glass panel in the Victorian style with a detailed floral design. We have another panel almost identical. At over 130 years old, this be...
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Glass, Stained Glass

Antique Victorian Stained Glass Window
Antique Victorian Stained Glass Window
H 25.01 in W 38.98 in D 2.05 in
Antique English Heraldic Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A fascinating early 19th century English heraldic stained glass window detailing an unidentified
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Early 19th Century English Medieval Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Antique English Heraldic Stained Glass Window
Antique English Heraldic Stained Glass Window
H 18.71 in W 16.15 in D 0.4 in
19th Century Religious Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A mid 19th century religious stained glass window depicting the Annunciation, circa 1850. This
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

19th Century Religious Stained Glass Window
19th Century Religious Stained Glass Window
H 35.83 in W 22.25 in D 0.6 in
Antique Neoclassical Style Leaded Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An elegant large neoclassical style stained glass window circa 1890. A Victorian take on a
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Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Large Reclaimed Stained Glass Chapel Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large antique reclaimed stained glass chapel window sourced from a chapel built in 1850. Tall in
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Glass, Stained Glass, Wood, Pine

Large Reclaimed Stained Glass Chapel Window
Large Reclaimed Stained Glass Chapel Window
H 77.37 in W 23.04 in D 1.78 in
Victorian Antique Floral Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique late Victorian floral patterned stained glass window, dating to circa 1890. A simply
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Glass, Stained Glass, Wood, Pine

Stained Glass Transom Window 52"x19"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stained glass transom window from the turn of the century. Beautiful leaded design with colored
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass

Stained Glass Transom Window 52"x19"
Stained Glass Transom Window 52"x19"
H 19.5 in W 52.5 in D 2 in
Stained Glass Transom Window 46"x21"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long stained glass transom window from the turn of the century. Decorative wreath and ribbon design
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass

Leaded Glass Transom Window 58"x14"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American turn of the century transom window. Leaded design with textured glass pieces and three
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass

Leaded Glass Transom Window 58"x14"
Leaded Glass Transom Window 58"x14"
H 14.5 in W 58 in D 2 in
Large Stained Glass Window 38"x45"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American made stained glass window with masterful coloring and led work. Deep colors of blue and
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass

Large Stained Glass Window 38"x45"
Large Stained Glass Window 38"x45"
H 45.5 in W 38 in D 2 in
A Cast Iron French Window Frame
Located in Chicago, IL
This monumental window frame once graced the upper story of a French apartment building, probably
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Mid-19th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Iron

A Cast Iron French Window Frame
A Cast Iron French Window Frame
H 67.25 in W 49.5 in D 8 in
Antique Stained Glass Window Depicting Dante
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A vibrant and brilliantly detailed mid 19th century antique stained glass window depicting Dante
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Antique Stained Glass Window Depicting Dante
Antique Stained Glass Window Depicting Dante
H 18.12 in W 14.97 in D 0.4 in
Medieval Style Antique Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An excellent condition and finely made late 19th century medieval style stained glass window
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Late 19th Century German Medieval Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Medieval Style Antique Stained Glass Window
Medieval Style Antique Stained Glass Window
H 23.63 in W 18.9 in D 0.4 in
Arched Ecclesiastical Style Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A leaded arched ecclesiastical style window dating from 1890. This arched masterpiece was sourced
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Late 18th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Glass, Stained Glass, Wood, Softwood

Antique English Stained Glass Window Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A decorative antique English stained glass window panel removed from Holy Trinity Church, High
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Early 19th Century English Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Antique English Stained Glass Window Panel
Antique English Stained Glass Window Panel
H 27.37 in W 25.4 in D 0.4 in
Reclaimed English Leaded Glass Window Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A decorative reclaimed English stained glass window panel removed from Holy Trinity Church, High
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Early 19th Century English Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Reclaimed English Leaded Glass Window Panel
Reclaimed English Leaded Glass Window Panel
H 26.78 in W 25.6 in D 0.4 in
English Medieval Style Leaded Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique English medieval style leaded glass window circa 1850 in Tudor revival style depicting
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Mid-19th Century English Medieval Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

English Medieval Style Leaded Glass Window
English Medieval Style Leaded Glass Window
H 18.31 in W 15.36 in D 0.4 in
Victorian Antique Arched Leaded Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A beautiful antique arched leaded glass window panel dating from the Victorian era circa 1880. This
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Victorian Antique Arched Leaded Glass Window
Victorian Antique Arched Leaded Glass Window
H 26.78 in W 28.75 in D 0.4 in
Antique Victorian Arched Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Victorian stained glass arched window dating to circa 1890. This simple yet elegant
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Late 19th Century English Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Glass, Stained Glass, Wood, Pine

Antique Victorian Arched Stained Glass Window
Antique Victorian Arched Stained Glass Window
H 46.66 in W 39.18 in D 1.78 in
Set of 4 Reclaimed Copperlight Windows
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A smart set of 4 matching reclaimed copperlight windows dating from the early 1900s. Each window
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Copper

Set of 4 Reclaimed Copperlight Windows
Set of 4 Reclaimed Copperlight Windows
H 24.61 in W 28.55 in D 0.99 in
Antique Stained and Etched Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This leaded glass window was salvaged from a house in Derby, UK.
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Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Glass, Stained Glass, Pine

Antique Stained and Etched Glass Window
Antique Stained and Etched Glass Window
H 96.46 in W 21.66 in D 4.14 in
Robert Burns Antique Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A late 19th century antique stained glass window panel depicting Robert Burns, one of 3 similar we
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Robert Burns Antique Stained Glass Window
Robert Burns Antique Stained Glass Window
H 23.04 in W 21.26 in D 0.4 in
Walter Scott Antique Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A late 19th century antique stained glass window panel depicting Sir Walter Scott, one of 3 similar
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Lead

Walter Scott Antique Stained Glass Window
Walter Scott Antique Stained Glass Window
H 23.04 in W 21.46 in D 0.4 in
19th Century, Colorful Leaded Glass Window
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Leaded glass window, 19th century. The beveled leaded window with opalescent glass, amber ripple
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19th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Antique Arched Stained Glass Window Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique arched stained glass window attractively decorated with a bird, possibly a nuthatch, and
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Glass, Stained Glass

Antique Arched Stained Glass Window Panel
Antique Arched Stained Glass Window Panel
H 34.45 in W 36.03 in D 0.4 in
Victorian Religious Antique Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large religious antique stained glass window with its original carved sandstone window frame
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Late 19th Century Antique Window Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass

Victorian Religious Antique Stained Glass Window
Victorian Religious Antique Stained Glass Window
H 190.95 in W 153.55 in D 7.09 in
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Antique Window Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique window furniture for your home. Frequently made of wood, glass and metal, every item from our selection of antique window furniture was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of antique window furniture, designed in the Victorian, Industrial or Arts and Crafts style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Emile Gallé, Frank Lloyd Wright and Aubusson Manufacture each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of antique window furniture that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Window Furniture?

Prices for a piece of antique window furniture start at $48 and top out at $2,600,000 with the average selling for $2,495.
Questions About Antique Window Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.