At Yelvertoft Northamptonshire is the tomb of John Dycson, who served as rector of Yelvertoft from 1439 to 1445, is a fine example of 15th-century English funerary art in the Perpendicular Gothic style. The monument consists of an alabaster effigy resting upon a low tomb chest, its sides richly decorated with panels of quatrefoils and other intricate tracery characteristic of the period. Within a deeply recessed arched canopy, Dycson is shown lying in peaceful repose, his hands joined in prayer, and his features rendered with the quiet dignity befitting a parish priest.

He is depicted wearing full clerical vestments, symbolizing his office and lifelong devotion to the Church. Beneath his head two angels gently support his pillow, signifying the care of heavenly beings and the soul’s passage to eternal rest. The canopy above, elaborately carved with openwork and vertical tracery, reflects the confidence and craftsmanship of the late medieval masons, while also expressing the belief in divine order and salvation.

Though centuries have softened the details, the tomb of John Dycson remains a poignant memorial, uniting artistry, faith, and remembrance within the sacred space of Yelvertoft Church.