The six windows higher in the apse incorporate the only surviving fragments of the cathedral’s medieval glazing, the relaxation possessing been intentionally smashed by Cromwell’s troops throughout the Civil War. For the most part only a collage of fragments remains however the two central home windows retain some groups of figures. Peterborough Cathedral is just… Continue reading Apse Window, Peterborough Cathedral
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Apse Window, Peterborough Cathedral
The 6 windows substantial in the apse consist of the only surviving fragments of the cathedral’s medieval glazing, the rest possessing been intentionally smashed by Cromwell’s troops throughout the Civil War. For the most aspect only a collage of fragments remains even though the two central windows keep some groups of figures. Peterborough Cathedral is… Continue reading Apse Window, Peterborough Cathedral
Apse Window, Peterborough Cathedral
The 6 home windows higher in the apse incorporate the only surviving fragments of the cathedral’s medieval glazing, the relaxation having been intentionally smashed by Cromwell’s troops all through the Civil War. For the most section only a collage of fragments stays even though the two central home windows keep some groups of figures. Peterborough… Continue reading Apse Window, Peterborough Cathedral
Tracery Fragments
The reduce sign up of the south aisle west window depicts the Judgement of King David against the Amalekite. The upper 50 % is mainly composed of reconstructed components and reset fragments. The west windows of the aisles had been intensely broken by the wonderful storm of 1797 and till the modern restoration had quite… Continue reading Tracery Fragments
Fragmentary Medieval Mural, Bramfield
St Andrew’s at Bramfield was a single of the highlights of my working day, a amazing and significantly rewarding church with a great deal to get pleasure from, principally 1 of the finest medieval rood-screens surviving in the country. The exterior is unique ample with its detached spherical tower (a Norman framework in flint) while… Continue reading Fragmentary Medieval Mural, Bramfield