Broken Window with Lead Frame

A central panel in a multi paneled window got broken. Who can fix such things? Can a novice such as myself do it? The glass seems normal although it is thinner than regular window glass. The house is several hundred years old but these windows were probably put in the early 19th century. Its a simple 5 by 8 panel.

Answer
We've repaired many windows of that age and I'm well aware of the problems that can arise.

Look in your yellow pages for a stained glass shop in your area. That's where you will find the professionals that can repair you window. It is not something a novice can do.

If the window is 100 years old, the glass will most likely need to be replaced with restoration glass. That is glass made specifically to replicate the glass in old windows. The lead might need to be replaced as well. Quite often the leads begins to break apart when you are trying to remove the hard putty in the channel of the lead. Like I said, leave it to a professional.