Old and New Testament Symbol Medallions

Our Old and New Testament symbol medallions depict biblical symbolism from throughout Scripture. Using centuries-old techniques, these medallions are hand-painted and kiln-fired to provide a lasting image. Once fired in the kiln, the paint becomes a permanent part of the glass: these medallions will not peel or fade.

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Crafting a Medallion

Step 1

The artist adds black line work to the medallion to define the particular scene. The medallion is then kiln-fired at 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit to permanently set the paint to the glass.

Step 2

Artists then carefully shade the scene by hand using monochrome glass paint. This adds visual depth to the image by emphasizing light and shadow. Another firing in the kiln sets this shading paint.

Step 3

Next, color is added to the medallion using a palette of glass paint: artists again paint each color by hand. The medallion is kiln-fired for a third time to permanently set the color paints.

Step 4

Finally, skilled craftspeople inspect the medallion for quality before glazing it into the new stained-glass window.