Royal Fusiliers Regimental Museum, Tower of London. Scientific Examination of the Window Glass
Author(s): David Dungworth, Roger Wilkes
The scientific examination and chemical analysis of window glass from the Royal Fusiliers Regimental Museum at the Tower of London was undertaken to determine the composition. The Museum was originally constructed in 1845 and it was hoped the analysis of the window glass would contribute to a better understanding of developments in 19th-century window glass production. The results show that of the samples which were assigned into four groups based on their chemical composition, one group can be considered to be typical of mid 19th century window glass and is tentatively considered to represent the original windows. The remaining groups are considered to be replacement glass, typical of post 1930s manufacture, probably post 1960s.
- Report Number:
- 23/2010
- Series:
- Research Department Reports
- Pages:
- 8
- Keywords:
- Glass Post Medieval
