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Expert: Vic Rothman - 10/6/2009


Question

Stained Glass Window
Hi Mr. Rothman,
This is a window in my friends home that she would like to sell before it gets any more damage. Can you tell me the artist or if it's worth being taken out and sold? The house was built in 1889 and the window is original. It is in three panels.

Answer
In the late 1800's, early 1900's stained glass was a fairly common item to put in homes. There were 100's of companies all over the US making your type of window. If the 3 windows were in perfect condition they might be worth $2500-$3500. If they need repairs, as you say, you can expect to pay a professional studio $50-$75 per hour for labor. So if it take a week to take out the windows and repair them, there will not be much if any profit left.
I would suggest that your friend repair the windows and leave them in the house.  It's original things like these that sell the house.
Vic
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    CommentHi Vic, I so much appreciate the insight I received from you concerning the question about the stained glass window. You made it easier for us to make a decision. Thanks, Leon Barber


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Vic Rothman

Expertise

I can answer questions concerning design,fabrication, repair, restoration,and instillation of stained glass windows. I know about the history and technique of stained glass. Former member of the restoration committee of The Stained Glass Association of America.

Experience

I have over 36 years experience in the stained glass field. I have done craft shows, managed a stained glass retail store, taught classes, was a studio foreman and have had my own studio for over 16 years.Former restoration committee member of the Stained Glass Association of America. Founding member of The American Glass Guild.

Organizations
Stained Glass Association of America
The British Society of Master Glass Painters
New York Landmarks Conservancy
Association for Preservation Technology International
American Institute foe Conservation of Historic & Artistic Works
American Glass Guild

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