Glass Fragment

Art Historical Context

This delicate glass fragment, dating to the 14th–15th centuries, a glimpse into the luminous world of medieval European stained glass. Crafted in the Medieval Art tradition, it measures just 2½ x 2 inches (6.5 x 5 cm), yet embodies the era's masterful use of light and color in ecclesiastical settings. Likely originating from a larger window in a cathedral or church, such fragments were salvaged over time, preserving snippets of vibrant narratives that illuminated sacred spaces. The medium, pot metal glass, is key to its brilliance: pigments like copper for ruby reds or cobalt for deep blues w...