Peterborough Cathedral is an architectural masterpiece, an almost complete Norman church with a unique Gothic facade that dates back to the 13th century. The structure has remained largely unaltered since its completion in the 13th century and retains its original wooden ceilings, painted decorations, and Gothic arches. The apse, which is a rarity in England,… Continue reading Heavenly Faces
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“Michael and Mary: A Tale of Love and Adventure”
Pembroke College Chapel was erected in the mid-17th century thanks to the generosity of Bishop Matthew Wren, who spared no expense in building a stunning Baroque-style chapel on the site of an earlier one at the college. The chapel boasts a beautiful white plastered interior, ornamental plasterwork on the walls and ceiling, and richly-carved woodwork.… Continue reading “Michael and Mary: A Tale of Love and Adventure”
Mary
Fifteenth century Nottingham alabaster sculpture of the Virgin & St Michael (holding the scales for the weighing of souls at the Previous Judgement, these on the appropriate made up of mischievous devils). Pembroke Higher education chapel was developed in 1664-5 at the sole expense of Matthew Wren (Bishop of Ely & Fellow of Pemrboke College)… Continue reading Mary
Good Shepherd, Manchester Cathedral
Manchester Cathedral however looks to all intents and purposes like an specifically grand town parish church, exuding civic pride. This is historically talking the reality, for the diocese of Manchester was only developed in 1847 and just before getting lifted to cathedral rank this was the parish and collegiate church of St Mary, St Denys… Continue reading Good Shepherd, Manchester Cathedral
In the Workshop
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