What is the origin of stained glass?

Stain glass originated in the 4th century with churches and monasteries from the Ancient Roman Empire. Churches and other significant religious buildings often still have stained glass features. In more recent years, stained glass elements can be found in art and design elements, including sculptures and home decor. Shop a range of stained glass pieces on 1stDibs.

How do you make stained glass?

The process of making stained glass is easier than it looks. As long as you have the necessary tools: glass, a glass cutter, cutting oil, pliers, copper foil, soldering iron, solder, flux, grinder, and a lightbox, you will master the art of stained glass in no time. The first step to making stained glass is creating a pattern. Next you will cut the glass and grind down the rough edges. Lastly, comes foiling and soldering.

What is the difference between stained glass and painted glass?

The difference between stained glass and painted glass is how it is made. To create stained glass, an artisan adds pigments to the glass and then fires it at high temperatures to permanently change the appearance of the material. With painted glass, color is added after firing and may rub off or fade with age. You'll find a large selection of glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between Tiffany glass and stained glass?

The difference between Tiffany glass and stained glass is that one relates to a brand and the other is a type of glass. Stained glass is colorful glass made by adding metallic oxides to molten glass during the blowing process. Named after Louis Comfort Tiffany who established Tiffany Studios, Tiffany glass involves a technique where copper foil, rather than the traditional lead oxide, serves as the joining material for individual stained glass pieces. Another key characteristic of Tiffany glass is that it often has an opalescent effect that creates variations in color and texture across its surface. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Tiffany glass and other stained glass pieces.

How can I tell the age of stained glass?

There are a few different ways to determine the age of stained glass. The style and design, type of glass, and type of beveling and leading used can all provide clues to the age of a stained glass item. Experts recommend working with a certified appraiser or local antique shop to help identify age identifiers. Shop a selection of stained glass windows and decor on 1stDibs.

What era are stained glass windows from?

Architects and artists have incorporated stained glass into their designs for centuries and across many different eras. Stained glass was extremely popular during the Gothic and Renaissance periods, and continues to be used to this day. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of stained glass windows from some of the world’s top sellers.

Why is stained glass used in churches?

Stained glass is used in churches to both enhance the beauty and spirituality of the space while also informing the viewer through narrative and symbolism. Shop beautiful stained glass on 1stDibs.

What is the purpose of stained glass windows?

The purpose of stained glass windows is to let light into a space while also enhancing the visual appeal of a room. In churches, stained glass windows played an instructional role. Before most people knew how to read, the windows helped tell the stories of the Old and New Testaments and the saints. Shop a collection of stained glass windows on 1stDibs.

Is stained glass Art Nouveau?

Yes, some stained glass is Art Nouveau. It was during this period that Louis Comfort Tiffany produced his famed stained glass windows and decorative objects. However, the tradition of producing stained glass traces all the way back to the Gothic period. You'll find a selection of stained glass on 1stDibs.

How do you tell if stained glass is Tiffany?

To tell if stained glass is Tiffany, first examine the piece and look for a maker's mark. Tiffany Studios changed its hallmarks many times over the years. By comparing the marking on your piece to images of hallmarks found on authentic items shared on trustworthy websites, you can begin to identify your glass. The base can provide an additional clue if your stained glass piece is a lamp. Many Tiffany lamps have a gray metal ring located under the cap. If you spot one, your piece may be made by Tiffany. Because there are many reproductions on the market, it is often wise to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist with the identification process. Find a range of Tiffany glass on 1stDibs.

What is a stained glass window in a church?

A stained-glass window is a glass window that is used to illustrate Biblical persons, groups, stories, and/or patronizing images. Many churches have used stained glass windows in their designs over the years. Churchgoers might look to these windows to reflect on their faith and apply what they see to their daily lives.

Can I put stained glass in a door?

It depends, some doors have panels that can include stained glass but not necessarily all doors. The ideal doors for stained glass are doors that contain a windowpane that can be swapped out. Shop a selection of doors on 1stDibs.

How much is a stained glass window worth?

What a stained glass window will be worth will depend on condition and other attributes. A stained glass window can range in price anywhere from $595 to $45,000. Stained glass windows can elevate any home. On 1stDibs, stained glass windows have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century.

Are stained glass windows Art Deco?

Yes, stained glass windows are indeed Art Deco. Between the 1920s and 1950s, color was an integral part of the movement, and stained glass, with its gorgeous hues, was highly celebrated. Find an assortment of stained glass windows from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What era was most famous for stained glass windows?

The Gothic period is most famous for stained glass windows. The Art Nouveau period is the second most well known due to the work of glass artisan Louis Comfort Tiffany. You'll find a collection of stained glass windows and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

How much is antique stained glass worth?

An antique piece of stained glass could range in price from $2,000 to $100,000 depending on the style, its condition and much more. It is used in making decorative windows and other objects through which light passes. Find a collection of vintage antique stained glass on 1stDibs.

Stained Glass Box

Stain Glass Butterfly

Lalique Papillon

Category

Vintage 1950s Decorative Boxes

Materials

Stained Glass

1950s Colorful Leaded Stained Glass Box With Removable Lid

$295

H 4 in W 10.5 in D 5.25 in

1920s Domed Top Leaded Amber Glass Box

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1920s Domed Top Leaded Amber Glass Box This unique stained glass box featured a gracious domed top

Category

Vintage 1920s Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

1920s Domed Top Leaded Amber Glass Box

$650

H 7 in W 8 in D 5.5 in

Antique Enclosed Light Box with Stained Glass Church Window

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Enclosed Free Standing Light Box with Stained Glass Church Window with Religious Scene

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American American Classical Shadow Boxes

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

Antique Enclosed Light Box with Stained Glass Church Window

$19,995

H 96 in W 42 in D 29 in

Plique-À-Jour Enamel And Glass Box

Located in New Orleans, LA

French box is a luxurious objet d'art. Exhibiting a subtle translucence like that of stained glass, a

Category

20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Plique-À-Jour Enamel And Glass Box

$12,850

H 1.38 in W 2 in D 2 in

Wooden Glass Display Showcase with Dark Stained Frame

Located in High Point, NC

, dark stain that highlights the natural grain and subtle tonal variation throughout. A single glass

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Glass, Wood

Wooden Glass Display Showcase with Dark Stained Frame

$395

H 17 in W 20 in D 12 in

Earth People, 2020, stained glass, acrylic, canvas, octagon, statue, orange

By TF Dutchman

Located in Jersey City, NJ

painting on canvas set in a stained glass box. The canvas is a portrait of a statue with alchemy imagery

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Glass, Acrylic

TF Dutchman
Earth People, 2020, stained glass, acrylic, canvas, octagon, statue, orange, 2020

$3,500

H 21.75 in W 21.75 in D 2.5 in

French Rene Lalique Art Deco Box Set, Blue Stain Marguerites Menu Holders, 1924

By René Lalique

Located in Worcester Park, GB

Amazing boxed set of six glass Rene Lalique Marguerites (Daisies) pattern menu holders, dating

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Art Glass

French Rene Lalique Art Deco Box Set, Blue Stain Marguerites Menu Holders, 1924

$5,425 / set

H 1.78 in W 2.17 in D 0.99 in

Antique Tudor Style Stained Glass Light Box

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An antique Tudor style stained glass panel attributed to Williams, Gamon & Co dating to circa 1900

Category

Early 20th Century English Tudor Windows

Materials

Glass, Stained Glass

Antique Tudor Style Stained Glass Light Box

$6,147

H 31.1 in W 19.09 in D 2.76 in

Antique Victorian Era Stained Glass Light Box

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An antique Tudor style stained glass panel attributed to Williams, Gamon & Co dating to circa 1900

Category

Early 20th Century English Tudor Windows

Materials

Glass, Stained Glass

Antique Victorian Era Stained Glass Light Box

$6,152

H 31.11 in W 19.1 in D 2.76 in

Bill the Kid

By TF Dutchman

Located in Jersey City, NJ

painting on canvas set in a stained glass box. The canvas features a close up view of a cats face. The

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Glass, Acrylic

TF Dutchman
Bill the Kid, 2021

$850

H 7.5 in W 5.5 in D 2.5 in

1940s-50s crystal box attributed to Luigi Brusotti

By Luigi Brusotti

Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO

Crystal box attributed in shape, style, and engraving to Luigi Brusotti. The box is made of mirrored, peach-colored glass and lined with wood inside. It bears engraved on the lower...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

1940s-50s crystal box attributed to Luigi Brusotti

$299

H 1.58 in W 9.45 in D 3.94 in

When it Comes To Money

By TF Dutchman

Located in Jersey City, NJ

painting on canvas set in a faceted stained glass box. The canvas is a portrait of Ulysses S. Grant as

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Glass, Acrylic

TF Dutchman
When it Comes To Money, 2018

$1,000

H 9.5 in W 7.5 in D 4 in

Top Hat

By TF Dutchman

Located in Jersey City, NJ

paint marker painting on canvas set in a stained glass box. The canvas features TF DUTCHMAN's graffiti

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Glass, Acrylic, Permanent Marker

TF Dutchman
Top Hat, 2021

$450

H 6.5 in W 4.5 in D 1.5 in

Porkpie

By TF Dutchman

Located in Jersey City, NJ

paint marker painting on canvas set in a stained glass box. The canvas features TF DUTCHMAN's graffiti

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Glass, Acrylic, Permanent Marker

TF Dutchman
Porkpie, 2021

$450

H 6.5 in W 4.5 in D 1.5 in

Kangol

By TF Dutchman

Located in Jersey City, NJ

paint marker painting on canvas set in a stained glass box. The canvas features TF DUTCHMAN's graffiti

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Glass, Acrylic, Permanent Marker

TF Dutchman
Kangol, 2021

$450

H 6.5 in W 4.5 in D 1.5 in

Lumberjack

By TF Dutchman

Located in Jersey City, NJ

paint marker painting on canvas set in a stained glass box. The canvas features TF DUTCHMAN's graffiti

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Glass, Acrylic, Permanent Marker

TF Dutchman
Lumberjack, 2020

$450

H 6.5 in W 4.5 in D 1.5 in

Bucket

By TF Dutchman

Located in Jersey City, NJ

paint marker painting on canvas set in a stained glass box. The canvas features TF DUTCHMAN's graffiti

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Glass, Acrylic, Permanent Marker

TF Dutchman
Bucket, 2020

$450

H 6.5 in W 4.5 in D 1.5 in

Old Man

By TF Dutchman

Located in Jersey City, NJ

paint marker painting on canvas set in a stained glass box. The canvas features TF DUTCHMAN's graffiti

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Glass, Acrylic, Permanent Marker

TF Dutchman
Old Man, 2020

$450

H 6.5 in W 4.5 in D 1.5 in

Custom Stained Glass Hanging Ceiling Light Box

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Estate Fine Lighting Acquisitions Of A Vintage Hand Crafted Stained Glass Hanging Light Box Great for

Category

Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Custom Stained Glass Hanging Ceiling Light Box

$1,356 Sale Price

20% Off

H 10.5 in W 30 in D 14 in

19th Century Victorian Stained Glass Window Light Boxes, c.1880

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century pair of Victorian stained glass windows preserved in a deep wooden framed

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Glass

19th Century Victorian Stained Glass Window Light Boxes, c.1880

$21,533 Sale Price / set

20% Off

H 8.31 in W 20.08 in D 14.57 in

Black Glass Beveled Display Boxes Roberto Cavalli

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Beautiful and functional black glass display boxes, (no lids, not open), perfect for the grand

Category

Early 2000s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Mirrors

Materials

Felt, Glass

Black Glass Beveled Display Boxes Roberto Cavalli

$250

H 2 in W 10 in D 12.25 in

San Giovanni Stained Glass, Milan - Italian Church Interior Photograph

By Richard Heeps

Located in Cambridge, GB

San Giovanni Stained Glass, brutalist architecture interior photograph from Richard Heeps series A

Category

2010s Contemporary Color Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Silver Gelatin

Richard Heeps
San Giovanni Stained Glass, Milan - Italian Church Interior Photograph, 2019

$247

H 18.51 in W 15.75 in D 1.38 in

San Giovanni Stained Glass, Milan - Italian Church Interior Photograph

By Richard Heeps

Located in Cambridge, GB

San Giovanni Stained Glass, brutalist architecture interior photograph from Richard Heeps series A

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Color Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Silver Gelatin

Richard Heeps
San Giovanni Stained Glass, Milan - Italian Church Interior Photograph, 2019

$961

H 39.38 in W 33.47 in D 1.97 in

The Terrace

By Maurice Savin

Located in London, GB

decorator, painter of tapestries and stained glass boxes. His artworks express his love for country scenes

Category

1950s Modern Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Maurice Savin
The Terrace, circa 1950s

$618 Sale Price

40% Off

H 15.75 in W 21.86 in

Otterburn Chess Set, Board & Box — Solid Hand-Patinated Brass and Walnut

By Novocastrian, Richy Almond

Located in Washington, GB

endless options and personalizations. Dimensions: The Box — 49cm (W) x 49cm (D) x 12cm (H) The Board

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Games

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Slate, Copper, Stainless Steel...

Otterburn Chess Set, Board & Box — Solid Hand-Patinated Brass and Walnut

$22,094 / item

H 4.73 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in

Chanel Vintage Gripoix Flower and Leaf Pearl Choker

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

and flowers in stained glass design. Pouch or box included. PBF 13804

Category

Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces

Chanel Vintage Gripoix Flower and Leaf Pearl Choker

$22,500

Recent Sales

Rene Lalique Art Deco "Monnaie du Pape" Glass and Mahogany Box

By René Lalique

Located in Geneva, CH

Large "Monnaie du pape" mahogany and moulded stained glass box, designed 1920, signed in the glass

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Rene Lalique Art Deco "Monnaie du Pape" Glass and Mahogany Box

H 3.94 in W 12.29 in D 7.56 in

Contemporary Silver Glass Box by James Dougall, 21st Century

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Contemporary sterling silver box with beautiful ripple glass top by award winning London

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Contemporary Silver Glass Box by James Dougall, 21st Century

H 2.25 in W 2 in D 1.5 in

Art Deco Style Jewelry Box

By Marie Grillo

Located in Mareil-Marly, Yvelines

stained-glass in Chartres Cathedral in France. Add our Art Deco jewelry box to your treasures!

Category

2010s French Art Deco Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Style Jewelry Box

H 3.35 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Rene Lalique un jour Viendra blue stained box C1925

By René Lalique

Located in Devon, GB

Rene Lalique un jour Viendra blue stained box Made for Arys Perfumery un jour Viendra is French

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Glass

Rene Lalique un jour Viendra blue stained box C1925

H 1.58 in Dm 3.35 in

Rene Lalique opalescent Roger box with light blue staining C1926

By René Lalique

Located in Devon, GB

Rene Lalique opalescent Roger box with light blue staining. Moulded with a design of stylised birds

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Glass

Rene Lalique opalescent Roger box with light blue staining C1926

H 1.97 in Dm 5.32 in

Contemporary Blue Neon and Oak Light Box

By Sam Baker

Located in Los Angeles, CA

black stained solid Oak box with five brass plugs lining the top and bottom. The back of the box has

Category

2010s American Modern Contemporary Art

Materials

Mercury Glass, Oak

Contemporary Blue Neon and Oak Light Box

H 55 in W 7 in D 5.5 in

French Rene Lalique Art Nouveau Box Set of Blue Stain Marguerites Menu Holders

By René Lalique

Located in London, GB

Amazing boxed set of six glass Rene Lalique Marguerites (Daisies) pattern menu holders, dating from

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

French Rene Lalique Art Nouveau Box Set of Blue Stain Marguerites Menu Holders

H 1.78 in W 2.17 in D 0.99 in

1910 Rene Lalique Cigalia Perfume Bottle for Roger & Gallet Stained Glass & Box

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Rene Lalique "Cigalia" perfume bottle made in frosted glass with grey-green patina. Bottle still

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Bottles

Materials

Blown Glass

1910 Rene Lalique Cigalia Perfume Bottle for Roger & Gallet Stained Glass & Box

H 5.04 in Dm 0.04 in

Rene Lalique Blue Stained Glass Dinard Box

By René Lalique

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Rene Lalique clear & frosted glass, 'Dinard' Box. The pattern features flowers with blue staining

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Glass

Rene Lalique Blue Stained Glass Dinard Box

H 3 in W 5.1 in D 4.1 in

1924 Rene Lalique Rambouillet Box Frosted Pink Stained Glass

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Rene Lalique "Rambouillet" box made in 1924 in molded frosted glass with pink patina. Stamped

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1924 Rene Lalique Rambouillet Box Frosted Pink Stained Glass

H 1.78 in Dm 2.96 in

1919 René Lalique Deux Oiseaux Box Frosted Glass Grey Stained Glass, Birds

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

René Lalique "Deux Oiseaux" box made in 1919 in molded frosted glass with grey patina. Molded

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1919 René Lalique Deux Oiseaux Box Frosted Glass Grey Stained Glass, Birds

H 1.58 in Dm 2.76 in

1927 Rene Lalique Primevères Box Frosted Blue Stained Glass, Flowers

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Rene Lalique "Primevères" box made in 1927 in molded frosted glass with grey patina. Molded

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1927 Rene Lalique Primevères Box Frosted Blue Stained Glass, Flowers

H 4.34 in Dm 5.91 in

1920 Rene Lalique Coquilles Box Frosted Sepia Stained Glass, Shells

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Rene Lalique "Coquilles" box made in 1920 in molded frosted glass with sepia patina. Molded

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1920 Rene Lalique Coquilles Box Frosted Sepia Stained Glass, Shells

H 1.58 in Dm 2.76 in

1911 Rene Lalique Quatre Papillons Box Frosted Sepia Stained Glass, Butterflies

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Rene Lalique "Quatre Papillons" box made in 1911 in molded frosted glass with sepia patina

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1911 Rene Lalique Quatre Papillons Box Frosted Sepia Stained Glass, Butterflies

H 1.58 in Dm 3.15 in

1911 Rene Lalique Quatre Papillons Box Frosted Sepia Stained Glass, Butterflies

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Rene Lalique "Quatre Papillons" box made in 1911 in molded frosted glass with sepia patina

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1911 Rene Lalique Quatre Papillons Box Frosted Sepia Stained Glass, Butterflies

H 1.58 in Dm 3.15 in L 1.58 in

1927 Rene Lalique Primevères Box Opalescent and Blue Stained Glass, Flowers

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Rene Lalique "Primevères" box made in 1927 in molded opalescent glass with blue patina. Molded

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1927 Rene Lalique Primevères Box Opalescent and Blue Stained Glass, Flowers

H 4.34 in Dm 6.5 in L 4.34 in

1911 Rene Lalique Quatre Papillons Box Frosted Grey Stained Glass, Butterflies

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Rene Lalique "Quatre Papillons" box made in 1911 in molded frosted glass with grey patina

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1911 Rene Lalique Quatre Papillons Box Frosted Grey Stained Glass, Butterflies

H 1.58 in Dm 3.15 in

1927 Rene Lalique Primevères Box Opalescent and Blue Stained Glass, Flowers

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Rene Lalique "Primevères" box made in 1927 in molded opalescent glass with blue patina. Molded

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1927 Rene Lalique Primevères Box Opalescent and Blue Stained Glass, Flowers

H 4.34 in Dm 5.91 in L 4.34 in

1913 Rene Lalique Roses En Relief Box Frosted Sepia Stained Glass, Flowers

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Box "Roses in Relief" made in frosted glass with sepia patina by René Lalique in 1913. Molded

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1913 Rene Lalique Roses En Relief Box Frosted Sepia Stained Glass, Flowers

H 1.58 in W 5.12 in D 6.7 in

1929 René Lalique Pervenches Egg Box Clear Glass Sepia Stain, Daisy Flowers

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

René Lalique "Pervenches" box made in 1929 in molded clear glass with sepia patina. Design of daisy

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1929 René Lalique Pervenches Egg Box Clear Glass Sepia Stain, Daisy Flowers

H 2.76 in Dm 4.53 in

1913 Rene Lalique Roses En Relief Box Frosted Blue-Grey Stained Glass, Flowers

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Rene Lalique "Roses en Relief" box made in 1913 in molded frosted glass with blue-grey patina

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1913 Rene Lalique Roses En Relief Box Frosted Blue-Grey Stained Glass, Flowers

H 1.58 in W 5.12 in D 6.7 in

1929 Rene Lalique Figurines et Voiles Box Jar Frosted Blue Stained Glass, Women

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Rene Lalique "Figurines et Voiles" box made in 1929 in molded frosted glass with blue patina

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1929 Rene Lalique Figurines et Voiles Box Jar Frosted Blue Stained Glass, Women

H 2.76 in Dm 4.14 in

1912 René Lalique Tete de Femme Box for Coty Sepia Stained Glass, Woman's Head

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

René Lalique "Tête de Femme" box made in 1912 in molded frosted glass with sepia patina for Coty

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1912 René Lalique Tete de Femme Box for Coty Sepia Stained Glass, Woman's Head

H 3.75 in Dm 1.78 in

Tiffany Sterling Silver Enameled Tea Stainer & Spoons-Orig. Box

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This perfect boxed set of Norwegian sterling silver tea strainer and matching 6 spoons were

Category

Early 20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Sterling Silver Enameled Tea Stainer & Spoons-Orig. Box

Dm 4.75 in

Bub Bub

By TF Dutchman

Located in Jersey City, NJ

on canvas set in a stained glass box. The canvas features a close up view of a cats face. The

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Glass, Acrylic

TF Dutchman
Bub Bub, 2021

H 7.5 in W 5.5 in D 2.5 in

Mr. Tea

By TF Dutchman

Located in Jersey City, NJ

drawing on canvas set in a stained glass box. The canvas is a portrait of a musician. The brilliant red

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Glass, Paper, Ink

TF Dutchman
Mr. Tea, 2018

H 3.25 in W 3.25 in D 1 in

Hollow Earth

By TF Dutchman

Located in Jersey City, NJ

line drawing on canvas set in a stained glass box. The canvas is a portrait of a trombonist. The

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Glass, Paper, Ink

TF Dutchman
Hollow Earth, 2018

H 3.25 in W 3.25 in D 1 in

Still Life with Sunflowers - Original Lithograph by Fernand Léger - 1953

By Fernand Léger

Located in Roma, IT

French painter , also creator of tapestries and stained glass boxes , decorator , ceramist , sculptor

Category

1950s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Fernand Léger
Still Life with Sunflowers - Original Lithograph by Fernand Léger - 1953, 1953

H 25.79 in W 19.69 in

Vintage Los Castillo Mexican Sterling Brooch

By Los Castillo

Located in University City, MO

feathers that are placed behind the metal cut-out creating a sort of stained glass or shadow-box effect

Category

Vintage 1980s Mexican Artisan Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Los Castillo Mexican Sterling Brooch

W 2 in Dm 2 in L 2 in

Mid 20th century stained glass display light box

Located in Oostende, BE

Stained glass display light box, which can easily be plugged in (220-240 V) The artist depicted a

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Other Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lead

Mid 20th century stained glass display light box

H 11.82 in W 6.7 in D 5.12 in

American Arts & Crafts Cigar Box with Stained Glass and Pierced Brass

Located in Astoria, NY

American Arts & Crafts cigar box with stained glass and pierced brass exterior. Made in the early

Category

Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

American Arts & Crafts Cigar Box with Stained Glass and Pierced Brass

H 3.75 in W 8.75 in D 5.5 in

1913 Rene Lalique Roses En Relief Box Frosted Sepia Stained Glass, Flowers

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Rene Lalique "Roses en Relief" box made in 1913 in molded frosted glass with sepia patina

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Blown Glass

1913 Rene Lalique Roses En Relief Box Frosted Sepia Stained Glass, Flowers

H 1.58 in W 5.12 in D 6.7 in

Pair of Sea Life and Shell Dioramas or Shadow Boxes

Located in Milford, NH

A beautiful pair of sea life dioramas or shadow boxes, including seashells, various crustaceans

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20th Century American Shadow Boxes

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of Sea Life and Shell Dioramas or Shadow Boxes

H 27.25 in W 21.25 in D 5.75 in

Antique Pharmacist Scale Walnut with Slate Base

Located in Port Jervis, NY

. Walnut and glass with a slate base creates the housing for the scale. Very cool decorative piece, door

Category

Vintage 1910s American Industrial Decorative Boxes

Materials

Slate, Brass

Antique Pharmacist Scale Walnut with Slate Base

H 17.5 in W 16.75 in D 10.5 in

Ronson USA 1935 Art Deco Black Lacquered Desk Double Box with Touch Tip Lighter

By Ronson Art Metal Works

Located in Miami, FL

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Steel

Ronson USA 1935 Art Deco Black Lacquered Desk Double Box with Touch Tip Lighter

H 3.5 in W 8 in D 4.5 in

19th Century French Leatherbound Book Liquor Box with Six Cobalt Blue Tumblers

Located in Dallas, TX

; when you lift the top, the Tantalus reveals an interior with glass compartment decorated with six

Category

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Materials

Leather, Stained Glass

19th Century French Leatherbound Book Liquor Box with Six Cobalt Blue Tumblers

H 8.5 in W 10.25 in D 8 in

Early 20th Century, Antique Stained Glass Window of the Nativity in Shadow Box

Located in Stamford, CT

Early 20th century ( maybe older ) antique stained glass window of The Nativity in a shadow box

Category

Early 20th Century American Windows

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

Early 20th Century, Antique Stained Glass Window of the Nativity in Shadow Box

H 16.5 in W 21.75 in D 5.75 in

Fine Antique Folk Art Reliquary Box, 1920

Located in South Burlington, VT

From an old French collection. A fine hand crafted wood and repousse holy reliquary box of

Category

Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Religious Items

Materials

Copper

Fine Antique Folk Art Reliquary Box, 1920

H 11.5 in W 12 in D 5.25 in

Glass Shell Box

Located in Richmond, VA

Stunning hand-crafted blue stained glass box with nautilus shell detail, mirrored interior and felt

Category

20th Century Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Shell, Glass, Art Glass, Cut Glass, Stained Glass

Glass Shell Box

H 1.5 in W 4 in D 3.25 in

Shell Glass Box

Located in Richmond, VA

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Category

1990s Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell, Mirror, Stained Glass

Shell Glass Box

H 3 in Dm 5.25 in

René Lalique Boxed Set of Six Stained Six Figurines "Gobelets" Glass

By René Lalique

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Set of six Lalique glass "Gobelet" six Figurines: A boxed set of six sepia stained having

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Art Glass

René Lalique Boxed Set of Six Stained Six Figurines "Gobelets" Glass

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René Lalique Boxed Set of Six Stained Six Figurines "Gobelets" Glass

By René Lalique

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Set of six Lalique glass "Gobelet" six Figurines: A boxed set of six sepia blue and purple stained

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Glass

Materials

Art Glass

René Lalique Boxed Set of Six Stained Six Figurines "Gobelets" Glass

H 3.94 in Dm 1.19 in

Reproduction Georgian style display case

By WUUD Manufacture

Located in Milton, DE

other interior design venues. It is mahogany stained framed glass with footed raised. It is a stylized

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Vintage 1980s Thai Georgian Decorative Boxes

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Glass

Reproduction Georgian style display case

H 12 in W 12 in D 12 in

French Early 1900s Wooden Construction Game with Stain Glass Windows in It's Box

By Théophile Lamagnère

Located in Petaluma, CA

its original wooden box with its beautiful front design.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

French Early 1900s Wooden Construction Game with Stain Glass Windows in It's Box

H 2.25 in W 15 in D 10.2 in

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Stained Glass Box For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal stained glass box for your home. Frequently made of glass, blown glass and wood, every stained glass box was constructed with great care. Find 23 options for an antique or vintage stained glass box now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect stained glass box — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A stained glass box, designed in the Art Deco, Modern or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made stained glass box over the years, but those crafted by René Lalique, Sam Baker and Marie Grillo are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Stained Glass Box?

The average selling price for a stained glass box at 1stDibs is $1,839, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $7,245 for the highest priced.

Questions About Stained Glass Box

What is the origin of stained glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Stain glass originated in the 4th century with churches and monasteries from the Ancient Roman Empire. Churches and other significant religious buildings often still have stained glass features. In more recent years, stained glass elements can be found in art and design elements, including sculptures and home decor. Shop a range of stained glass pieces on 1stDibs.
How do you make stained glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The process of making stained glass is easier than it looks. As long as you have the necessary tools: glass, a glass cutter, cutting oil, pliers, copper foil, soldering iron, solder, flux, grinder, and a lightbox, you will master the art of stained glass in no time. The first step to making stained glass is creating a pattern. Next you will cut the glass and grind down the rough edges. Lastly, comes foiling and soldering.
What is the difference between stained glass and painted glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The difference between stained glass and painted glass is how it is made. To create stained glass, an artisan adds pigments to the glass and then fires it at high temperatures to permanently change the appearance of the material. With painted glass, color is added after firing and may rub off or fade with age. You'll find a large selection of glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between Tiffany glass and stained glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
The difference between Tiffany glass and stained glass is that one relates to a brand and the other is a type of glass. Stained glass is colorful glass made by adding metallic oxides to molten glass during the blowing process. Named after Louis Comfort Tiffany who established Tiffany Studios, Tiffany glass involves a technique where copper foil, rather than the traditional lead oxide, serves as the joining material for individual stained glass pieces. Another key characteristic of Tiffany glass is that it often has an opalescent effect that creates variations in color and texture across its surface. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Tiffany glass and other stained glass pieces.
How can I tell the age of stained glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are a few different ways to determine the age of stained glass. The style and design, type of glass, and type of beveling and leading used can all provide clues to the age of a stained glass item. Experts recommend working with a certified appraiser or local antique shop to help identify age identifiers. Shop a selection of stained glass windows and decor on 1stDibs.
What era are stained glass windows from?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Architects and artists have incorporated stained glass into their designs for centuries and across many different eras. Stained glass was extremely popular during the Gothic and Renaissance periods, and continues to be used to this day. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of stained glass windows from some of the world’s top sellers.
Why is stained glass used in churches?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
Stained glass is used in churches to both enhance the beauty and spirituality of the space while also informing the viewer through narrative and symbolism. Shop beautiful stained glass on 1stDibs.
What is the purpose of stained glass windows?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The purpose of stained glass windows is to let light into a space while also enhancing the visual appeal of a room. In churches, stained glass windows played an instructional role. Before most people knew how to read, the windows helped tell the stories of the Old and New Testaments and the saints. Shop a collection of stained glass windows on 1stDibs.
Is stained glass Art Nouveau?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, some stained glass is Art Nouveau. It was during this period that Louis Comfort Tiffany produced his famed stained glass windows and decorative objects. However, the tradition of producing stained glass traces all the way back to the Gothic period. You'll find a selection of stained glass on 1stDibs.
How do you tell if stained glass is Tiffany?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
To tell if stained glass is Tiffany, first examine the piece and look for a maker's mark. Tiffany Studios changed its hallmarks many times over the years. By comparing the marking on your piece to images of hallmarks found on authentic items shared on trustworthy websites, you can begin to identify your glass. The base can provide an additional clue if your stained glass piece is a lamp. Many Tiffany lamps have a gray metal ring located under the cap. If you spot one, your piece may be made by Tiffany. Because there are many reproductions on the market, it is often wise to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist with the identification process. Find a range of Tiffany glass on 1stDibs.
What is a stained glass window in a church?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A stained-glass window is a glass window that is used to illustrate Biblical persons, groups, stories, and/or patronizing images. Many churches have used stained glass windows in their designs over the years. Churchgoers might look to these windows to reflect on their faith and apply what they see to their daily lives.
Can I put stained glass in a door?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
It depends, some doors have panels that can include stained glass but not necessarily all doors. The ideal doors for stained glass are doors that contain a windowpane that can be swapped out. Shop a selection of doors on 1stDibs.
How much is a stained glass window worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
What a stained glass window will be worth will depend on condition and other attributes. A stained glass window can range in price anywhere from $595 to $45,000. Stained glass windows can elevate any home. On 1stDibs, stained glass windows have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century.
Are stained glass windows Art Deco?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, stained glass windows are indeed Art Deco. Between the 1920s and 1950s, color was an integral part of the movement, and stained glass, with its gorgeous hues, was highly celebrated. Find an assortment of stained glass windows from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What era was most famous for stained glass windows?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Gothic period is most famous for stained glass windows. The Art Nouveau period is the second most well known due to the work of glass artisan Louis Comfort Tiffany. You'll find a collection of stained glass windows and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
How much is antique stained glass worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
An antique piece of stained glass could range in price from $2,000 to $100,000 depending on the style, its condition and much more. It is used in making decorative windows and other objects through which light passes. Find a collection of vintage antique stained glass on 1stDibs.