Art Decor Appraisal

Stained Glass Boat Design Wood Framed Decor

This is a framed stained glass art piece, designed to depict a sailboat on water under a sky with a sun or moon. The piece is rectangular and framed in what appears to be a medium-toned natural wood, exhibiting a visible grain and some signs of wear such as scuffs or light scratches on its surface, consistent with age or handling. The stained glass itself is composed of various shapes and colors of glass pieces. The top portion of the design features several shades of blue and white, representing the sky and a circular white piece that serves as either the sun or moon. Below this, a large yellow triangular piece, possibly representing a sailboat's sail, is prominent, flanked by dark blue and lighter blue fragments that could denote water or distant land. The bottom section of the piece is composed of rectangular and irregular pieces of dark green and lighter green glass, suggesting land or deeper water. The glass sections are joined using the traditional lead came technique, characterized by dark lines between the colored glass pieces. The craftsmanship appears to be folk art or hobbyist level, with visible solder lines and some variation in the uniformity of the glass cuts. There are no visible maker's marks or signatures. The overall condition suggests a vintage or used item, possibly from the mid to late 20th century, given the style and materials. It functions as a decorative wall hanging or window accent, showcasing light passing through the colored glass.