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59 A VERY FINE STAINED GLASS WINDOW Henry Keck (1873-1956) "Holy Mary" circa 1920. A spectacular window with exceptional color and design. Comprised of three sections and depicting the Virgin Mary standing upon a serpent as taken from the book of Revelation. Height 79", width 27.5" (201cm x 70cm). Estimate $3,000-$5,000;Born in Germany in 1873, Keck immigrated to America at an early age and apprenticed at the stained glass workshop of Louis Comfort Tiffany for 15 years. Eventually, Keck would open his own stained glass studio (1913) and by 1920 had earned a reputation as one of the best stained glass designers in the business.
60 A PAIR OF CARVED OAK ALTAR ANGELS circa 1920, finely carved in half round and with gilt highlights. Height 60", width 11" (152.5cm x 28cm). Estimate $2,000-$3,000
61 A VERY FINE STAINED GLASS WINDOW Henry Keck (1873-1956) "Jesus" circa 1920. A spectacular window with exceptional color and design comprised of three sections and depicting the "Risen Christ" directing viewers to His "Sacred Heart". The words "Mercy" flanking His head. Beautiful! Height 79", width 27.5" (201cm x 70cm). Estimate $3,000-$5,000;*See Lot 59 regarding Henry Keck.