Here is a classic, late Victorian/ Early Arts and Crafts transom window with a beautiful design in clear and clear textured glass, which was salvaged from an old house in New Jersey. This is a great window in good condition; there are no broken out or cracked pieces and the window is flat, being well supported by three reinforcement bars which are soldered directly to the leading. The window's style probably dates to about 1900 -1920, according to the style of the composition, but it could be as early as 1890. It is made with lead came and is in its original sash, which is stained brown on the interior side and is primed white on the exterior side. The frame is constructed with mortise and tenon joinery. The size of the total frame is: 45 3/8" long by 22 5/8" tall. The window (glass only) is 42 1/4" long x 18 1/4" tall. The sash thickness is 1 1/16".

The window features a symmetrical pattern with a stylized floral centerpiece, having twin branches with leaves arching out on either side. The floral motifs are complimented by the columnar elements, which occur at regular intervals across the design. The composition is a transitional window; Victorian transitioning into Arts and Crafts Style. The simplicity and stylization are hallmarks of Arts and Crafts era motifs, a style which was enjoying great popularity at this time in history. Since many styles blended into one another and became somewhat homogenized during the early 20th century, sometimes it is difficult to say exactly what style they were aiming for. Arts and Crafts seems the most likely suspect in this case. The window is in good shape, and fairly well preserved.

The floral motif in the center is done in several different textured clear types of glass; namely seedy/reamy cathedral glass, granite (textured) glass, and water glass. The leaves were done in seedy/reamy cathedral glass and the narrow columns which flank the centerpiece are done in granite glass. The side motifs (columns with leaves) are done in clear crackle and clear fluted glass. The background around the leaves are clear granite glass. The outer perimeter border is done in clear ripple which has gone slightly pink over the years, (from sun exposure to the manganese within the glass), and the wider perimeter border is clear glass with a slight texture. The background is regular clear glass. A very subdued treatment overall, which leaves one room to appreciate the subtle differences between these types, and to include whatever is behind the window in the visual composition.

This window has been professionally repaired. The work done on it is as follows: four pieces of glass were replaced with good to perfectly matched glass. The window has been partially regrouted, in other words, the grouting has been touched up where it was missing, to rigidify and weatherproof the panel. Someone touched up the grouting in the past, using regular window glazing under the cames; (not ideal, as it has no elasticity), but if you wanted, you could have the grouting completely redone for weather and waterproofing. As a decorative piece, it is fine as is. The perimeter glazing was replaced where it was missing, and the exterior side of the frame has been primed. The bottom corners were a bit loose, so they were reinforced with long screws running through the joints from the sides. (see photo 11) Another of the joints had a deep groove cut in it, so it was patched with suitable wood hardening putty. (see photo 10) The stained finish on the interior side is uneven and has some scratches, and should probably be sanded down and refinished if you want an ideal finish. (see photo 12) This frame had been sawed out of the house in which it lived with a sawzall, using an angled cut on both vertical sides, so these vertical sides are narrower than they should be, but a clever carpenter can work this out, using trim moldings to make it all look copacetic.

Buyer pays actual charges for shipping + a modest crating fee of $35. to pay for the materials needed to safely pack and crate your window. I pack your window the way I would want to have it packed if I were buying it. The window is heavy and will be shipped crated and securely padded out in layers of bubble wrap and styrofoam. Local pickup is also welcome. Insurance on the shipment for the amount of the sale will be included in the shipping quote unless requested otherwise. PayPal, Money order, and Cashier's check are all acceptable forms of payment. Window is as described, guaranteed to be about 100 years old, and is very carefully packed and custom crated.

Please contact me as soon as the auction closes to confirm that you are the legitimate high bidder and to confirm your shipping address. Also, let me know which payment option you will be using to pay for this. (Please choose from the payment methods given) Your window will be crated within 2 days of the auction close, then I will contact you with the shipping/crating charges, at which point you can pay. Or, if you prefer to pay right away, you can use the (estimated) calculated shipping feature at the bottom of this page, using your zipcode to figure out the charges. (Crating charges are included in the calculated shipping feature) Windows will be delivered by UPS, and take from 1-5 days to be delivered, depending on your proximity to Pittsburgh, PA. Your window will be shipped within two business days after the payment is received. Please pay within 6 days of the auction close, otherwise I reserve the right to relist the window. Note: This window is made with lead came, which is a potential health hazard if the proper care is not exercised. Please wash hands thoroughly after touching the leads. Keep out of reach of children! Please check my feedback and bid with confidence. Don't forget this auction closes on SUNDAY AFTERNOON. Thank you!