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Antique stained-glass window – ‘The White Lilac’ from the Driesprong Church in Breda
This rare antique stained-glass window bears the title “The White Lilac”. It is a breathtaking cultural and historical object from the post-war reconstruction period. At Hi(s)story Antiques we continuously search for unique interior pieces with a soulful story. This monumental showcase is the ultimate example of this.
The window was originally part of the imposing Driesprong Church on Teteringsedijk in Breda. This church was finally demolished in 1995. This specific antique stained-glass window Fortunately, the demolition hammer survived. Therefore, the panel is still in a remarkably solid and authentic state.
The historical origin of the church window
The history behind this object reads like a chronicle of resilience. During the liberation of Breda in October 1944, the church tower was blown up by retreating troops. The original stained-glass windows from 1925 were completely destroyed in the process. Fortunately, restoration work began again around 1947.
The then parish priest sought out young and local talent with a specific goal in mind. He wanted to inject a fresh spirit into the interior. To this end, he chose the young artist from Bredame Akke Sins (1928–2025). The priest was immediately deeply impressed by her daring designs. Therefore, he immediately awarded her the monumental commission for the side aisles.
A unique anecdote from the Bredase art archives
This led to a unique anecdote in the history books. Sins had already officially secured this prestigious church commission before her admission to the art academy. The pastor unconditionally believed in her vision. In short, he personally traveled with her by train to her admission interviews at that time.
Craftsmanship of the Bredase School
In addition, Akke Sins came to the Academie St. Joost under the tutelage of a true master. This was Gerrit de Morée (1910–1981), the head teacher of monumental art. A young student could not possibly complete such an assignment alone. Therefore, it was antique stained-glass window Technically developed in the professional workshop of De Morée.
As a result, you see the perfect synergy of this master-student duo reflected in the glass. At the center of the composition is the beautifully stylized white lily. This is the Christian symbol for the virginal purity of Mary. The flower is framed by a heavy, expressive border. This style is very typical of Gerrit de Morée’s work. The central motif is surrounded by geometric planes in soft blue, green, and gray tones.
Technical specifications and interior application
This magnificent antique stained-glass window It has a substantial size of 126 centimeters high and 98 centimeters wide. The panel is encased around it in a sturdy metal profile frame. This has kept the construction completely stable after all these decades. The makers used various types of hand-crafted and blown glass with a rich texture.
When daylight enters through the window, a fabulous light play immediately occurs in your space. The object lends itself perfectly to be hung in front of an existing window. Additionally, you can integrate the window as an architectural roomdivider. Installing it in a custom-made LED light box on the wall is also a beautiful option.
Our services and safe transport from Geertruidenberg
Due to the extreme vulnerability, we are sending this. antique stained-glass window Under no circumstances via the regular package delivery service. Therefore, we have strict rules for this unique item:
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- Pick-up in Geertruidenberg: This is our strong preference. You are very welcome to come for a personal pickup by appointment. This is by far the safest method for the glass. Moreover, you can then enjoy the light play in person in advance.
- Specialized art courier: If picking up is not possible for you, we will work together to find a solution. In mutual consultation, we can engage a reputable furniture courier. These professionals transport the window manually and securely. The transport costs and the risk thereof are at the buyer's expense.
For more general information about the rich history of this type of glazing, please visit the Wikipedia page about stained glass Consultation. Do you have specific questions about this work? Please feel free to contact us via info@hisstoryantiques.nl or call directly at +31 6 18897225.
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