Business Details
9 Years
experience
Authentic Antique Stained Glass Windows for Sale
Established with a passion for preserving historical craftsmanship, Age of Elegance specializes in authentic antique stained glass windows from the Victorian, Art Nouveau, and Art Deco periods. Our expertise spans over three decades, during which we have meticulously curated a collection of rare glass pieces, including Tiffany-level works, while developing specialized restoration techniques to ensure their longevity. We pride ourselves on transparent communication, using authentic materials for repairs, and educating clients about the historical significance of their acquisitions. Our team combines technical mastery with artistic sensitivity to maintain the integrity of each piece while adapting to modern needs. We offer personalized consultation services for residential and commercial projects, ensuring every client receives guidance tailored to their specific requirements.Our commitment to quality extends to shipping partnerships that guarantee safe delivery of fragile items nationwide. Through careful evaluation of alteration requests, we balance client preferences with preservation ethics to honor the original design intent. Testimonials highlight our reliability in fulfilling cross-country orders and our dedication to customer satisfaction through detailed condition reports and expert recommendations. We maintain a vast inventory of authentic antique glass for repairs, prioritizing historical accuracy in every restoration project. Our philosophy centers on being custodians of cultural heritage, ensuring these artistic treasures endure for future generations.
Services
Stained Glass Restoration
Window Alteration
Antique Glass Authentication
Custom Window Matching
Nationwide Shipping Coordination
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in antique glass restoration
- Our inventory includes rare Tiffany-level stained glass pieces
- We use authentic antique materials for all restoration work
- We maintain strict historical accuracy in window modifications
- Our shipping partners specialize in fragile glass transportation
What people say
Exquisite windows
Expert restoration
Reliable shipping
Historical authenticity
Personalized service
Services
Stained Glass Restoration
Our restoration service preserves antique windows through solder joint reinforcement, reinforcement rod system securing, window flattening, thorough cleaning, and complete re-grouting. We maintain historical accuracy using authentic materials while preparing windows for another century of display. Our craftsmen combine traditional techniques with modern preservation methods to ensure structural integrity without compromising original design elements.
Window Alteration
We offer sensitive modifications to antique windows including border additions/removals and dimensional adjustments. Major alterations like section elimination or window combination undergo rigorous evaluation to ensure design integrity. All changes maintain period-appropriate aesthetics while meeting client size requirements, with strict adherence to preservation ethics that honor the original artist's intent and historical context.
Antique Glass Authentication
Our authentication service determines window age, origin, and authenticity through photographic analysis and physical examination. We identify glass types, came construction, country of origin, and condition factors. For high-value pieces from makers like Tiffany or Lamb Studios, we conduct in-person evaluations to provide detailed provenance assessments and professional appraisals.
Custom Window Matching
This service locates specific antique windows based on client criteria including style, size, orientation, and design preferences. We help clients find unlisted inventory pieces that match their architectural needs while maintaining historical accuracy. Our consultation process considers both functional requirements and aesthetic considerations for residential or commercial installations.
Nationwide Shipping Coordination
We coordinate safe transport of fragile glass items through specialized shipping partners like The UPS Store in Tiburon. Our service includes professional packing, insurance coordination, and delivery scheduling. For local clients, we offer direct delivery within the San Francisco Bay Area, ensuring proper handling of valuable antique windows during transit.
People
Martha & Howard
Satisfied Customers
Purchased beveled windows for their home in San Carlos, CA, praising the ease of process and quality of service.
April & Bill
Satisfied Customers
Selected a Fleur de Lis stained glass window for their Indiana home, appreciating the historical integration into modern architecture.
Brian & Kathy
Satisfied Customers
Acquired multiple windows for properties in California and Hawaii, commending the collection's quality and preservation efforts.
Questions
Do you sell original antique stained glass windows?
Yes, we specialize in authentic Victorian, Art Nouveau, and Art Deco stained glass windows sourced from original installations.
Can you restore damaged antique windows?
Our restoration services include crack repair, missing glass replacement, solder joint reinforcement, and complete window re-grouting using authentic materials.
How do you handle shipping fragile glass items?
We partner with specialized glass packagers like The UPS Store in Tiburon, CA, ensuring professional packing, insurance, and safe delivery nationwide.
Can you modify window sizes to fit specific spaces?
We offer minor alterations like border adjustments and evaluate major modifications case-by-case while maintaining historical integrity.
Do you provide authentication services for existing windows?
Yes, we offer photographic analysis and in-person evaluations to determine age, origin, and authenticity of antique glass pieces.
What payment methods do you accept?
We require full payment before shipping, with accepted methods detailed during the checkout process for window purchases.
