This is the new "cut line" with the areas blacked-in where there are spaces that will need to be filled with the lead. This takes into account the space created when the glass is repaired, as well as the original intent of the windows creator, which is considered in light of the written evidence and original paint and grozing marks.
These are pieces of medieval glass which will be bonded with resin. The missing pieces will be in-filled as well. The pink at the top is wax molded to create a re-newed edge for the lead to wrap around.
Tools of the trade. These are some of the tools we use. I do a lot of work with a scalpel. This silicon is sometimes used in place of resin, where a softer approach is needed for fragile glass.
These pieces have been edge bonded with silicon and are set upright to dry. Tape is used to hold them in place. The glass is meticulously cleaned beforehand to ensure a good bond and appearance.
I tried my hand at glass painting. This is a copy of a little bird panel found in the Zouche Chapel of York Minster. This process really makes you appreciate the skill of the medieval painters. Its a lot harder than you'd imagine to paint those fine thin lines.
I just like this photo of the glass :)
Everything that is done to the glass is meticulously recorded in a series of
diagrams and a written report.
These cracks have been repaired with resin and areas missing glass in-filled.
A protective glazing design for the panel that will go in front of the medieval window,
to keep the weather off the window and protect the newly conserved glass.
The glass that I have cut to fit the pattern. Not all of the pieces of the original
panel will be cut for the protective glazing. But enough of the pattern is
copied for the view of the window from the outside to be harmonious with the original glass.
Its not all hard work. Sofia and I went to Blackpool,
for Sofia's football (soccer) tournament.
Next up is a small window that I will be creating for a tiny window in one of the Minster's spires. It's not often you get the chance to put a new window in the Minster, so I am quite lucky to have this chance. Stay tuned for more details!
