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Prior Moore - Worcester Cathedral

Prior Moore - Worcester Cathedral

Situated behind the main altar in Worcester cathedral this effigy is said be that of William Moore (1518-1536), the prior of the Benedictine Priory of St Mary's Worcester.

 

Quire Clerestory Windows - Gloucester Cathedral

Quire Clerestory Windows - Gloucester Cathedral

These stained glass windows in the clerestory of Quire at Gloucester Cathedral were made by Clayton and Bell in the early second half of the 19th century. The original medieval clerestory glass had been transferred to fill in damaged panels in other windows in the cathedral notably the great east window and the window in the Lady Chapel.

Resurrection - Gloucester Cathedral

Resurrection - Gloucester Cathedral

This Hardman window from the mid 1860s depicts the resurrection. Christ rises from the tomb with the soldiers on guard recoiling on either side.

 

Resurrection Cycle - Warmington, Warwickshire

Resurrection Cycle - Warmington, Warwickshire

This four light window by Clayton and Bell, can be found at St Michael's church Warmington, Warwickshire. The four scenes show the descent from the cross; the Resurrection; the Ascension; and the Descent of the holy spirit. In the tracery St Michael is shown defeating the dragon.

 

 

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