Handwerkskunst!

How to make a Church window (3x4)

Air date: Dec 02, 2016

Church windows are true works of art, crafted far from industrial mass production. Jürgen Maur from Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler is one of the few remaining artisans skilled in creating lead glass windows for churches. His process involves cutting colorful glass into precise curves, placing the pieces into lead casings, and soldering them together to form stunning windows. Some windows are also hand-painted with sacred motifs, adding to the complexity. This demanding craftsmanship combines skill and creativity, which is why Maur considers himself both an artisan and an artist. Currently, he is creating three windows for a chapel in Eitelborn, Westerwald, demonstrating the intricate process behind these timeless works of art.