Aila's Stained Glass Window

by Peter Michael
(Bristol, UK )

This Art Deco influenced stained glass art work is installed in a stylish 1930’s Bristol home. The window was in memory of Aila – mother to the lady of the house (whom I knew well). The theme was warmth and light, which are emphasised by using a few pieces of strong red, orange and yellow coloured glass. The geometric form represents the straightness and strength of the lady’s character. The cooler tones to the edge of the stained glass panel give a gentle perspective of distance to the warmth and light. Clear glass with differing textures (not easily visible in the photo) illustrates complexity of character. Finally, some small elements of dichroic glass glisten brightly at night-time under artificial illumination. Thus the two stained glass panes change character with the illumination but always radiate warmth and interest like Aila herself.

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