Green Man Motif Appraisal

Round Stained Glass Suncatcher with Green Man Motif

This item is a circular stained glass suncatcher featuring a prominent 'Green Man' motif, a decorative architectural ornament depicting a face surrounded by or made from leaves. The suncatcher has a dominant color palette of a golden yellow or amber and a dark, possibly black or very deep green background. The central element is a stylized face with wide, somewhat startled eyes, a defined nose, and an open mouth from which foliage appears to emerge, characteristic of the Green Man. The face itself is rendered in the golden yellow, with details like the pupils, nostrils, and mouth interior in a darker shade, possibly the same dark color as the background, or a deep brown. Curly, intricate tendrils of hair or foliage frame the face, extending outwards. Surrounding the central face are highly decorative, scrolling foliate patterns, also in the golden yellow, against the dark background. Some sections of the dark background contain small, dot-like patterns in lighter shades, adding texture and detail. The craftsmanship suggests a combination of painted and possibly etched glass techniques, with some areas appearing more opaque golden and others exhibiting a slight translucent quality, allowing light to pass through. The piece is framed by a dark, possibly leaded or painted metal border, and at the top, two small metal loops are attached, from which a chain, partially visible, would allow for hanging. The overall condition appears good, with some minor surface wear or patina visible on the golden sections, consistent with age or use. There are no obvious cracks or breaks in the glass. The style evokes a medieval or Gothic revival aesthetic, suggesting an estimated age from the late 19th to mid-20th century, or a more contemporary piece inspired by these periods. The intricate detailing and contrasting colors indicate a good level of artistic effort and quality.