How should I style this vintage church window above my entry way?

I found this AH-mazing salvaged window from a 1700s church that I plan to use above the door in my entryway of a bi-level home (that big open space above the door). The bottom left pane of glass is missing. I'm not sure how to arrange/style it and what else to put with it. Any ideas, Hometalkers?

Salvaged window from a 1700s church

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Janet Pizaro on Jan 24, 2017

Nice Score....The first idea that came to my mind is stained glass. https://www.pinterest.com/karlakay54/stained-glass/

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- Joanie on Jan 25, 2017
  
  Janet: My mind too!!
  
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- Lori Haught Harper on Jan 25, 2017
  
  That would be very pretty! Thanks, Janet!
  
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Ellen Munzer on Jan 24, 2017

stained glass or frosted glass for privacy and a lighted sconce on each side like this: http://www.shadesoflight.com/antique-victorian-inspired.html

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- Lori Haught Harper on Jan 25, 2017
  
  Love those! Thanks for the idea!
  
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- Lori Haught Harper on Jan 26, 2017
  
  My comments aren't showing up so I apologize if I respond twice! I love those sconces, that would look really nice! Others have mentioned stained glass too. Thanks for the ideas!
  
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C Crow on Jan 25, 2017

Is the space where you want to hang this a solid wall (no windows)? If so, I think mirrors instead of the glass panes might be nice.

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- Lori Haught Harper on Jan 25, 2017
  
  It is a solid wall, I would place this above the entryway door. I like the mirror idea!
  
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- Lori Haught Harper on Jan 26, 2017
  
  My comments aren't showing up so I apologize if I respond twice! The space is a solid wall, it's that big open space above the entryway door in a split-level or bi-level home. I really like the mirror idea - that would be gorgeous!
  
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Hillela G. on Jan 25, 2017

I'm obsessed! Its GORGEOUS!!!! I'd love to see you fill it with stained glass, imagine how striking that would be?

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- Lori Haught Harper on Jan 25, 2017
  
  What a find, huh? Stained glass would be so pretty! Thanks for your comments.
  
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- Lori Haught Harper on Jan 26, 2017
  
  My comments aren't showing up so I apologize if I respond twice! Yes, I think stained glass would look amazing! Thank you!
  
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Joanie on Jan 25, 2017

Hillela G.: Thumbs up!!!!

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Gail on Jan 26, 2017

I would leave as is (I love how rustic it is), and affix a simple wreath right in the center. Perhaps magnolia leaves?

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- Lori Haught Harper on Jan 26, 2017
  
  Gail, I love the wreath idea! Kind of what I was thinking too. Thanks!
  
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Gail on Jan 26, 2017

I love the window and its shape, so I would go SIMPLE on the wreath. And, not so big that it would overtake the window...you want the old bones of the window to stand out!

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- Lori Haught Harper on Jan 26, 2017
  
  Good thinking, Gail! I'm on the lookout for just the right wreath!
  
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Nan8823715 on Jan 27, 2017

A preserved boxwood wreath, not too large, would look so lovely in your very special and holy window!! Perfect for all year round, using a small double-looped sheer gray/white ribbon…so simple but very elegant!! So thrilled you are the proud owner of such a beautiful piece..

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- Lori Haught Harper on Jan 30, 2017
  
  That sounds perfectly lovely! And gray/white just happens to go with my color scheme. Thanks!
  
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Marilyn Zaruba on Jan 29, 2017

My first thought was MIRROR, but on *reflection* (pun intended, unfortunately) I like the idea of mercury glass.

Whatever you do will be GORGEOUS...such a wonderful window.

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- Lori Haught Harper on Jan 30, 2017
  
  Haha, I see what you did there! Mercury glass would be gorgeous!! Decisions, decisions!
  
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- Marilyn Zaruba on Jan 31, 2017
  
  And you can DIY!
  
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Lori Haught Harper on Apr 24, 2017

Here's the update! I ended up just going simple since the window was so huge (over 5' tall). I added a lavender wreath from JoAnn Fabrics, then my husband mounted it on the wall. The foyer made the perfect location for it and it kind of visually extends the living room space. I'm in LOVE!

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Johnavallance82 on Jan 13, 2022

Whatever you decide to do, make sure it is fixed well to the wall. Should hate to think it fell at any time/

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- Lori Haught Harper on Jan 13, 2022
  
  It is definitely secured! I'd cry if it fell down, haha.
  
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Holly Lengner - Lost Mom on Feb 03, 2022

This post can help you with a few ideas:
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/windows-doors/doors/front-door-improvement-addition-shelf-4588421

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Johnavallance82 6 days ago

Main Curtains to either side, or narrow Shelving as in a bookcase.

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