“Mother of Good Counsel” Faceted Glass Window, Mary, Mother of Priests Chapel

Description

A full vertical photograph of a narrow "dalle de verre" (faceted glass) window. This panel is part of the extensive series of litany-themed windows lining the chapel nave, providing both theological instruction and a source of vibrant, filtered light.

The image features:

* Intellectual and Liturgical Symbolism: At the top of the panel, a stylized oil lamp with a red flame rests beneath a purple and blue crown, symbolizing wisdom and divine guidance. Below this, geometric purple shapes rise vertically like pillars or an abstract path of light.

* Inscribed Text: The window is unique for including the name "MARIA" vertically above the primary title at the base: "MOTHER OF GOOD COUNSEL." The lettering is integrated into the structural matrix using white and yellow glass slabs that glow brilliantly when backlit.

* Dalle de Verre Artistry: The window is constructed from thick slabs of hand-cut glass set in a dark, opaque epoxy matrix. The faceted edges of the glass catch and refract light, creating a sparkling, prismatic effect throughout the composition. The color palette is dominated by deep blues, royal purples, and radiant golds.

* Architectural Context: The slender, vertical orientation is a hallmark of the chapel’s Mid-Century Modern design. Positioned against a dark interior wall, the window functions as a luminous "pillar of light," guiding the eye toward the sanctuary.