Last week’s fire at Parnham House marked a devastating loss of Dorset history. Once a stunning building boasting incredible Elizabethan architecture, Parnham House was a stellar example of timeless stained glass window design. Here are a few photographs of what the house looked like before the fire. Unspoilt beauty Complete with luscious greenery, a winding … Read More
Stained glass windows are one of society’s most primitive methods of storytelling. Whilst their original storytelling purpose came about in the sixth century to depict Biblical stories to the illiterate masses, they are still used today in churches across the world. Here is an overview of how stained glass is used to tell stories. Sequential … Read More
Leaded windows give character to any property and to change their proportions or visual acuity can make the property unbalanced. However, as homes become increasingly modern, many people choose uPVC windows instead. Providing your house is not listed nor in a conservation area this can be acceptable but care should be chosen to get the … Read More
Litter is known for ruining picturesque landscapes. However, Kaleidoscope Beach in Russia has seen ‘Mother Nature’ use litter to create one of the country’s most beautiful locations. Looking at the photos, it is no wonder why this location is a favourite of stained glass specialists Steve Sherriff. How was Glass Beach formed? Once a dumping … Read More
Art-Deco, short for Arts Decoratifs, was the predominant decorative style of the 1920s and 1930s. This style, characterised by its geometric shapes and bold colours, saw the creation of many stunning stained glass windows. Here are 5 examples of using art-deco beautifully today. Council Chamber Skylight This leaded window is one of the most stunning … Read More
Stained glass windows are an ancient art form. With their designs used across the world and ever-evolving, these windows stand as an archaic and beautiful reminder of the past. Here is a brief summary of the early history and origins of stained glass and leaded windows. Early origins of stained glass windows The first stained … Read More
Something as complicated as the creation of stained glass windows certainly requires a skilled craftsman or woman. Luckily for us at Steve Sherriff, we have the incredibly talented, in-house glass artist Gillian. What does a glass artist do? Glass artists like Gillian require plenty of patience, creativity and a fine attention to detail if they … Read More
Being a famous artist certainly has its perks. This is certainly the case for renowned artist David Hockney who has recently been given the honour of designing a stained glass window to celebrate the Queen’s reign. The masterpiece, which will be named The Queen’s Window, will be displayed in Westminster Abbey and will stand at … Read More
The art of making and restoring stained and leaded glass windows is considered a traditional trade, yet recent stained glass news stories from all over the world are surfacing of stained glass’ appeal to young people. Stained glass courses at Bryanston School Last winter, Steve Sheriff and his team set up a stained glass course … Read More
At Steve Sherriff, we never like to see stained or leaded glass windows in disrepair. Whether it’s the fading of once-rich colours or the cracking of a leaded glass window’s joints, art as beautiful as stained glass deserves to be treated and maintained with equal effort to that which first made it. So why should … Read More
