Stained Glass Sundials
Including Etched Glass, Plastic, Mosaic and Ceramic Sundials
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Glass Sundials in Particular

  1. Arnold, Carol. (June 2007) Nailsea Replacement Sundial. "The British Sundial Society Bulletin" No. 19 (ii) pg. 75-77. photocopy of printed article (PDF 2 MB): Here
  2. Bateman, Douglas. (2000) "Sundials in Dera". Booklet by Dera.  Fort Halstead Sevenoaks Kent. Only relevant pages. photocopy of printed booklet (PDF 2MB): Here
  3. Bateman, Douglas. (2000) "The Noon Sundial". Booklet by Dera. Farnborough Ively Road, Farnborough, Hampshire. photocopy of printed booklet (PDF 643 KB): Here
  4. Behrendt, Badenweiler, Hans. (1980) "Historische Glassonnenuhren" (Historic Glass Sundials.), "Schriften der Freundealter Uhren" Vol. XIX pgs.161-178. photocopy of German article (PDF 2.7 MB): Here
    English translation of German article (PDF 136 KB): Here
  5. Behrendt, Badenweiler, Hans. (1984) "Alte englische Fenstersonnenuhren" (Old English Window Sundials), "Schriften der Freundealter Uhren" Vol. XXIII pgs. 157-164. photocopy of German article (PDF 2.4 MB): Here
  6. Behrendt, Badenweiler, Hans. (1990) "Alte englische Fenstersonnenuhren (II)" (Old English Window Sundials II), "Schriften der Freundealter Uhren" Vol. XXIX, pgs. 175-190. photocopy of German article (PDF 4.5 MB): Here
    Note: After publishing the works listed above, Behrendt filmed three videotape movies showing all the sundials described in the publications listed above. The movies' audio transcripts also exist and are apparently the same as the publications. The movie titles are:
  7. Behrendt, Badenweiler, Hans. (1989) Teil I "Historische Glassonnenuhren" (Historic Glass Sundials). photocopy of German video transcript (PDF 5.4 MB): Here
  8. Behrendt, Badenweiler, Hans. (1990) Teil II "Alte englische Fenstersonnenuhren" (Old English Window Sundials). photocopy of German video transcript (PDF 3.4 MB): Here
  9. Behrendt, Badenweiler, Hans. (1990) Teil III "Neuzeitliche Glassonnenuhren". (Modern Glass Sundials). photocopy of German video transcript (PDF 951 KB): Here English translation of German video transcript (PDF 78 KB): Here
  10. Bowden, Lee and Joanne. (March 1997) A Stained Glass Window Sundial. "The Compendium" Vol. 4-1 24-26 ISSN 1074-3197 The North American Sundial Society. copy of digital Compendium (PDF 124 KB): Here
  11. Bowling, Roger. (Sep 2009) Two Manchester Glass Dials "The British Sundial Society Bulletin" Vol. 21(iii), pgs. 32-33. (PDF 2 MB): Here
  12. Brighton, J.T. (1984) "Henry Gyles: Virtuoso and Glasspainter of York 1645-1709" Yorkshire Architectural and York Archaeological Society.  copy unavailable
  13. Carmichael, John L. (March & June 2004) Stained Glass Sundials - Part 1 & 2. "Newsletter of the British Society of Master Glass Painters", Issues 25 & 26. copy of original MS Word doc (PDF 232 KB): Here
  14. Carmichael, John L. (Dec 2006) Different Sundials by John Carmichael. "The Compendium" Vol. 13 Number 4 ISSN 1074-3197 The North American Sundial Society. copy of digital Compendium (PDF 1.5 MB): Here
  15. Carmichael, John L. (Jun 2011) A Stained Glass Sundial with a Magnetic Gnomon. "The British Sundial Society Bulletin" Vol. 23(ii), pgs. 44-47. (PDF 471 KB): Here
  16. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (1987) Shedding a Glorious Light. "Country Life" 181, 72-75. photocopy of printed article (PDF 2 MB): Here
  17. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Apr 1988) Stained Glass Sundials in England and Wales. "Clocks" 10, 30-37. photocopy of printed article (PDF 5 MB): Here
  18. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (1995) Stained Glass Sundials at Greys Hall and Tredegar House. "Clockwise Around Wales" Edited by Paul Parker, Vale Books. photocopy of printed article in booklet (PDF 423 KB): Here
  19. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Dec 1996) A Shattering Experience. The Sundial Page, "Clocks" Vol. 9/7. photocopy of printed article (PDF 1 MB): Here
  20. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Aug 1998) The Sundial Page, "Clocks" Vol. 21/7. photocopy of printed article (PDF 785 KB): Here
  21. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Sep 1999) The Merchant Adventures! The Sundial Page, "Clocks" Vol. 22/8. photocopy of printed article (PDF 984 KB): Here
  22. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Oct 2000) A Colourful Reminder. The Sundial Page, "Clocks" Vol. 23/9. photocopy of printed article (PDF 973 KB): Here
  23. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Oct 2001) A Rare Beauty, Navigation in Stained Glass. "Navigation News", Vol. unknown. photocopy of printed article (PDF 798 KB): Here
  24. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Oct 2001) Bird in Hand. The Sundial Page, "Clocks" Vol. 24/9. photocopy of printed article (PDF 1 MB): Here
  25. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Nov 2003) 'Umbrae Sumus'. The Sundial Page, "Clocks" Vol. 26/10. photocopy of printed article (PDF 957 KB): Here
  26. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (2004) “Sundials” a Shire Book. photocopy of printed booklet (PDF 858 KB): Here
  27. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Apr 2004) Toller Porcorum. The Sundial Page, "Clocks" Vol. 27/4. photocopy of printed article (PDF 945 KB): Here
  28. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Jun 2004) St Clement Danes. The Sundial Page, "Clocks" Vol. 27/6. photocopy of printed article (PDF 961 KB): Here
  29. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Dec 2004) McGregor's Leap. The Sundial Page, "Clocks" Vol. unknown. photocopy of printed article (PDF 957 KB): Here
  30. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Dec 2005) Sundials of the British Isles. The Sundial Page, "Clocks" Vol. unknown. photocopy of printed article (PDF 962 KB): Here
  31. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Dec 2006) An Unsolved Mystery. The Sundial Page, "Clocks" Vol. unknown. photocopy of printed article (PDF 963 KB): Here
  32. Daniel, C. St.J. H. (Jun 2007) The Kersal Cell. The Sundial Page, "Clocks" Vol. unknown. photocopy of printed article (PDF 1 MB): Here
  33. Davis, John (Dec 2007) John Rowell: Plumber and Stained Glass Dial Maker, "The British Sundial Society Bulletin" No. 19 (iv) pg. 179-183. (PDF 3 MB): Here
  34. Davis, John (Jun 2009) The 'Lost' Barrington Stained Glass Dial Rediscovered, "The British Sundial Society Bulletin" No. 21 (ii) pg. 12. (PDF 1 MB): Here
  35. Folkard, Margaret and Ward, John (1990) Scotch College. The Stained Glass Window Sundial (PDF 1 MB): Here
  36. Gatty, Mrs. (1872, with 4th edition in 1900) Stained Glass Window Sundials. "The Book of Sun-Dials". Eden & Loyd. online copy of book: Here
  37. Grove, L. R. A., B.A. (1940) Two Local Sundials. Overprint from "The Bradford Antiquary", New Series Part 31. copy unavailable
  38. Hartman, Claude. (August 2000) The Ruette Sundial Competition. "The Compendium" Vol. 7-2 24-27 ISSN 1074-3197 The North American Sundial Society. copy of digital Compendium (PDF 384 KB): Here
  39. Knowles, John A., F.S.A. (April 1930) Stained Glass Sundials. "The Connoisseur" Vol. LXXXV. No 344 227 – 231. photocopy of copy of printed article (PDF 718 KB): Here
  40. Lane, Geoffrey. (2006) Glass Sundial Makers of 17th Century London. "The British Sundial Society Bulletin" Vol. 19(i), March 2006. 40-47. photocopy of printed article (PDF 3 MB): Here
  41. Magnani, Silvio. (2002) Orologio Solare a Trasparenza in Puglia (PDF 408 KB): Here
  42. Magnani, Silvio. (2002) Orologio Solare Universale a Trasparenza (PDF 210 KB):Here
  43. Powers, Patrick (2010) Telling Time in Tyttenhanger. The BSS Recorder: Here
  44. Rohr, Rene R.J. (1996) "Sundials: History, Theory and Practice" Dover Publications. Translation from "Les Cadrans Solaires" copyright 1965 by Gauthier-Villars. photocopy of printed article (PDF 293 KB): Here
  45. Sawyer, Fred. (August 1994) A Stained Glass Diptych Pattern. "The Compendium" Vol. 1-3 6-8 ISSN 1074-3197 The North American Sundial Society. copy of digital Compendium (PDF 121 KB): Here
  46. Stanier, Margaret. (2003) "Oxford Sundials". Fielfare Press Limited, Cambridge. pgs. 34-39. photocopy of printed booklet (PDF 778 KB): Here
  47. Taudin-Chabot, Thibaud. (August 1994) A Transparent Window Dial. "The Compendium" Vol. 1-3 6-8 ISSN 1074-3197 The North American Sundial Society. copy of digital Compendium (PDF 82 KB): Here
  48. Terwilliger, Robert. (pen name: Ave Amici. L. Papirius Cursor) (March 1995). Avi Amici. "The Compendium" Vol. 2-1 12 ISSN1074-3197 The North American Sundial Society. copy of digital Compendium (PDF 63 KB): Here
  49. Wall, John. (2004) Sundial for a Golden Wedding "The British Sundial Society Bulletin" No. 16 (IV) pg. 160-162. photocopy of printed article (PDF 3.5 MB):  Here
  50. Woodforde, Christopher. (1954) "English Stained and Painted Glass". 41-49 At the Clarendon Press, Oxford. copy unavailable
  51. Young, David. (1997) The George Higgs Memorial Window "The British Sundial Society Bulletin" No. 97.2 pg. 7. photocopy of printed article (PDF 384 KB):   Here

Sundials in General

  1. Mayall, R. Newton and Margaret W. "Sundials Their Construction and Use" (1973) Sky Publishing, Cambridge Massachusetts.
    Comment: Excellent "how to" book for beginners. Includes a brief history of gnomonics.
  2. The British Sundial Society "Bulletin".
    Comment: Contains many good articles, photos and graphics relating to sundials.
  3. The North American Sundial Society "The Compendium".
    Comment: Contains many good articles and graphics relating to sundials.
  4. Waugh, Albert E. "Sundials Their Theory and Construction" (1973) Dover Publications, Inc. New York
    Comment: The best general sundial book ever written. An indispensable publication for anyone interested in learning more about sundials.

Stained Glass in General

  1. Delphi Stained Glass "Stained Glass and Mosaics Catalog" (2003-2004)
    Comment: Reading this catalog will give you much practical information on the materials and tools of the trade and how to use them. Order a free copy at website: www.delphiglass.com or call 1-800-248-2048.
  2. Delphi Stained Glass "Stained Glass News"
    Comment: Good quarterly has many useful articles and beautiful color photos of stained glass. Available at stained glass shops or call 1-800-248-2048
  3. Di Spirito, Maria: "Stained Glass Workshop" (1999, 2001 English translation) Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. New York
    Comment: A beautiful large full-color "how to" book with clear step-by-step instructions and graphics on stained glass construction. Covers Tiffany, traditional, collage, mock and etched stained glass and grisaille painting on stained glass. Excellent photos and descriptions of materials and tools.
  4. Elskus, Albinas "The Art of Painting on Glass" (1980) Glass Press
    Comment: Without a doubt, this is the best book on glass painting. Excellent photos and drawings showing tools and step-by-step instructions.
  5. Larson, Alicia, "Stained Glass Secrets" (1990, 1996 Third Edition) Crystal Images
    Comment: Covers traditional lead came and Tiffany copper foil assembly methods. An excellent "how to" book for beginners.
  6. Vogel, Neil A. and Achilles, Rolf: The Preservation and Repair of Historic Stained and Leaded Glass (2004) Website: Preservation Briefs, National Park Service

Etched Glass

  1. This is considered by glass artisans to be the best website on etched glass: http://www.etchmaster.com/

Mosaics in General

  1. One of the best websites for more mosaic information is at: The Joy of Shards.
  2. Also good are these "How to" articles by Inland: Making Mosaics: The Indirect Method and Making Mosaics: The Direct Method

Contact:

John L. Carmichael
Sundial Sculptures
925 E. Foothills Dr.
Tucson AZ 85718-4716
USA
Tel: 520-6961709
Email: John Carmichael (author)
Email : Dave Bell (webmaster)

My Websites:

(business) Sundial Sculptures: http://www.sundialsculptures.com
(educational) Chinook Trail Sundial: http://advanceassociates.com/Sundials/COSprings/
(educational) Earth & Sky Equatorial Sundial: http://advanceassociates.com/Sundials/Earth-Sky_Dial/
(educational) My Painted Wall Sundial: http://www.advanceassociates.com/WallDial
(educational) Painted Wall Sundials: http://advanceassociates.com/WallDial/PWS_Home.html
(educational) Stained Glass Sundials: http://www.stainedglasssundials.com
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