Tulsey Judicial Window

Gary Adams and Danny Newsome worked with Marrilynn Adams on this commission.

Tulsey Judicial Window consists of eight separate panels, sized to correspond to the dimensions of the window panes in the existing large window opening.  The piece is located at the landing of the monumental stairs located at the south end of the main lobby.

In a combination of color and etched glass, each panel depicts a person, place, or event that was significant in the interesting and unique histories of Oklahoma and Tulsa. An outstanding pioneer family and the first native born Oklahoman to become Governor of Oklahoma are among the poeple celebrated. The panels also highlight some of the unusual laws enacted in Oklahoma, particularly those instituted during the founding of the Oklahoma Territories and No Mans Land.

The outer borders are in brilliant colors of which the dominating effect is a gentle blue. The mood evoked by this hue reminds observers that laws are created and enforced to protect society. The window has been framed in a brass and green marble border, echoing the marble in the building, while the leaded lines are finished in nickel. Just outside the etched scene is a row of antique German Desag glass in which hundreds of early and contemporary Oklahoma cattle brands have been etched of which the brand of the artist's grandfather is included.

The extreme border shines in 24-karat gold and depicts the celebrity of the five civilized tribes.  Some contain tribal laws and constitutions, while others illustrate the famous Cherokee language written by Sequoyah.  

The windows are designed to be lighted from the front to accent the uplifting sweep of the space, as well as the timelessness of the message.