(German, possibly mid-16th century)
Commemorative work with four panels inset in circular crown glass medallions and depicting The Holy Trinity, the Last Supper and below, two portraits of Noblemen relating to the Duchy of "Braunschweig-Lünenburg" (Brunswich-Lüneburg, lower Saxony Germany), inscribed with various text in both Latin and German, one bearing the date "1546" and "..Earl der füntfe..Hispania", hand-painted panels within olive-colored glass with bull's-eye rondels in clear glass, 36 x 33 in.; newer pine outer frame with Victorian-era inner framework,. Condition: good strong colors including yellow, probably re-leaded with some cracks apparent, some rubbing to painted surfaces with possibly minor retouching; inner framework likely replaced in the early 20th century. Notes: The date at the lower left "1546" may relate to the death of Ernest the Confessor, who reigned over the Duchy and helped firmly establish the Lutheran faith in the Germanic held territories of the Holy Roman Empire. This may also commemorate the formation of the Schmalkadic League (note heraldic device for the city of Lubeck) formed in the mid 16th century to protect the Germanic princes who supported Lutheranism.; Please Note: Brunk Auctions provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, materials or any other feature of items being sold. No statement written or oral made by the auctioneer shall be deemed a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions or by any seller represented by Brunk Auctions. We are happy to provide additional photographs to aid in your decision. We do not give refunds.
The circular and thick round pieces are called crown glass, usually identifiable by the distinctive lump of glass left by the pontil rod They were used both domestically and ecclesiastically in windows of the 16th century.. Provenance: Private Collection
Condition
good strong colors including yellow, probably re-leaded with some cracks apparent, some rubbing to painted surfaces with possibly minor retouching; inner framework likely replaced in the early 20th century