17th century church monuments
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Church brasses, tomb chests, effigies, and sculpture from 1600 - 1700AD.
16th century
Abbot John Chambers - Peterborough Cathedral
Effigy of John Chambers (d1556) last abbot and first bishop of Peterborough. Described in the 17th century as being exquisitely carved, with a mitre and robe, and feet resting on a lion, this effigy was mutilated during the English Civil War.
Adrien Hénencourt monument - Amiens Cathedral
Monument of Adrien Hénencourt (d1530) at Amiens Cathedral. This monument is below the choir screen (1490-1530) depicting the life of St Firmin that canon Hénencourt was responsible for commissioning.
Andrews Tomb, Church Charwelton - Northamptonshire
Tomb of Sir Thomas Andrews (d1564) and his two wives, Katherine and Mary.
Anup Talao and Pavilion
Completed in 1576, the Anup Talao, or peerless pool, is in the Mahal-i Khass courtyard near to the Khwabgah (Royal apartments). Made of red sandstone this square water tank, has four bridges that lead over the water to a central platform surrounded by a jali balustrade.
Arthur Tudor Tomb and Chantry Chapel - Worcester cathedral
This chantry chapel to Arthur Tudor, covered in tracery and sculptures, was built in 1504. The chest tomb of the 15 year old Prince fills the chapel.
Ascension, Descent into Hell
These panels from the 'Magnificat' window (1501) at Malvern Priory depict the Archangel Michael on the left. On the top right is Jesus ascent into Heaven, whilst the bottom right panel shows the damned descent into hell.
Baroque Sculpture
Baroque sculpture, flourishing from the late 16th century to the early 18th century, is a vibrant and dynamic art form that emerged during the Counter-Reformation, particularly in Italy, to inspire faith and awe among the faithful. Characterized by its dramatic intensity, bold movement, and emotional depth, this style contrasts with the balanced harmony of the Renaissance.
Birth of the Virgin Mary and Childhood
The first sequence of sculpture around the choir screen, starting at the western end of the south ambulatory, is the work of Jehan Soulas from 1519-1521. Sculpted from the hard limestone from the Tonnerre quarry, they consist of scenes from the Gospel of James, depicting the annunciation of the Virgin Mary ⓘ to Joachim and St Anne, the birth of Mary, and the presentation of Mary in the temple.
Bishop Edmund Freke - Worcester Cathedral
Edmund Freke (d1591) was Bishop of Norwich (1575-1584), Bishop of Worcester (1584 -1591), and chaplain to Queen Elizabeth I.
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