19th Century Heraldic Stained Glass Window ‘Nil Desperandum’

An early 19^th century heraldic stained glass window showcasing a red glass armorial crest above a banner reading the Latin ‘Nil Desperandum’ (never despair or nothing is to be despaired of).

The coat of arms sees a shield displaying a red cross adorned with stars and acorns below a knight’s helmet among red and white foliates. A red rampant lion sits to the top holding a roundel embellished with a star.

One of four similar windows we have for sale, this antique stained glass window has two hoops for hanging to the top, ready for placing in front of a light source to bring it’s details to life.