Description:
ID))): This is a stained glass roundel within an octagonal frame, containing a circular design with a prominent feature in the center. The symmetrical layout suggests that the design could represent a code of arms. The craftsmanship uses a mix of both geometric and organic motifs. The central design consists of a semi-open fan with a long handle, situated against a cerulean blue shape in what seems to be a pillow, decorated with circular patterns, which roughly fills the center of the circle. Surrounding the central circle, the window is divided into several segments which include intricate flowers and anamorphic designs. The flowers are tinted with pink and purple hues, and the anamorphic motifs are white and yellow at the fur. They provide a contrast against a dark background. Beyond this outer, segmented circle but still within the octagonal frame, the remaining spaces are filled with identical yellow floral patterns against the white, semi-transparent background. As light passes through, the piece would likely glow most prominently in blue from its center and the pink and red flower motifs surrounding the blue. Light will pass directly through small amounts of untinted sections throughout the piece, more in the outer region than the center. (Kalea Ramsey '24)
Tags:
decoration and ornament; shape; symbolism; symmetry; flowers; design; circles; fans Link to share this object record:
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