1960s Monumental Gothic Revival Stained Glass Bar Front

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Monumental Gothic Revival architectural bar front executed in wood with an elaborate arrangement of stained and textured leaded glass panels. … Read more Monumental Gothic Revival architectural bar front executed in wood with an elaborate arrangement of stained and textured leaded glass panels. The design features pointed gables, geometric carving, foliate ornament, scroll-cut brackets, and six decorative stained glass windows incorporating clear, green, blue, amber, and ruby-colored glass. The flowing leadwork patterns blend Gothic and Art Nouveau influences, while the deeply carved uprights and paneled lower section create a strong architectural presence. The long service ledge and finished facade indicate the piece was constructed as the public-facing front of a bar, counter, reception area, or similar commercial installation where the decorative stained glass and carved detailing would have been prominently displayed.

The piece retains its original architectural character and likely served as a focal element within a saloon, hotel, lodge, restaurant, or other public interior. Multiple layers of paint suggest an earlier finish beneath the current brown overpaint, while the stained glass remains the primary visual feature of the composition.

Shows moderate wear consistent with age and use including surface scratches, scuffs, paint loss, scattered chips to carved elements, and age-related finish wear throughout. Wood has been painted over with a later brown paint. Stained glass panels show typical age-related wear and accumulated grime. One carved floral element exhibits losses as shown. Overall structurally sound and highly decorative.

117" W x 28" D x 105" H

MM - 106535 - 071423
AF - 091026 See less