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Discover the rich history and stunning architecture of King's College Chapel in this informative book. Located in the prestigious University of Cambridge, the chapel is a masterpiece of late Perpendicular Gothic English architecture, showcasing the world's largest fan vault. Built over several phases, the chapel is a testament to the skill and creativity of the kings of England during a turbulent period in history, spanning the Wars of the Roses and beyond. This book serves as a comprehensive introduction to this iconic structure, perfect for anyone interested in the history and beauty of English architecture.
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A Short Account of King's College Chapel - Walter Poole Littlechild
Walter Poole Littlechild
A Short Account of King's College Chapel
Published by Good Press, 2022
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EAN 4064066224219
Table of Contents
A SHORT ACCOUNT
OF
KING'S COLLEGE CHAPEL
BY
W. P. LITTLECHILD
Preface to Second Edition
Illustrations
The Foundation
Royal Benefactors
Work of Freemasons
The Windows
NORTH SIDE
Window I. (Westernmost.)
Window II.
Window III.
Window IV.
Window V.
Window VI.
Window VII.
Window VIII.
Window IX.
Window X.
Window XI.
Window XII.
Window XIII.
SOUTH SIDE
Window XIV.
Window XV.
Window XVI.
Window XVII.
Window XVIII.
Window XIX.
Window XX.
Window XXI.
Window XXII.
Window XXIII.
Window XXIV.
Window XXV.
Window XXVI.
The Woodwork, Organ, etc.
The Side Chapels
Memorials of the Dead
Conclusion
Appendix
List of Provosts from the Year 1443
List of Organists from 1592
A SHORT ACCOUNT
Table of Contents
OF
Table of Contents
KING'S COLLEGE CHAPEL
Table of Contents
BY
Table of Contents
W. P. LITTLECHILD
Table of Contents
(CHAPEL CLERK)
SECOND EDITION
With Illustrations
CAMBRIDGE:
W. HEFFER & SONS
Ltd.
1921
Preface to Second Edition
Table of Contents
THE success which has attended this little work from its first appearance, and the approval with which it has been received prompts me to issue a second and revised edition.
Regret has been expressed by some, that I omitted to give a description of all the windows, and that there were no illustrations in the first edition. This I have endeavoured to remedy by giving the subjects of all the windows (with here and there a special note) and inserting some pictures of the Chapel both inside and out, also the arms and supporters (a dragon and greyhound) of Henry VII, crowned rose and portcullis, from the walls of the ante-chapel and the initials H.A. from the screen.
I am indebted to Messrs. Sir Isaac Pitman and Sons Ltd., 1 Amen Corner, London, for the loan of the blocks of the former, which appeared in the late Sir William St. John Hope's book Heraldry for Craftsmen and Designers. The latter, together with three photographs of the Chapel, were specially taken for me by Mr. A. Broom. I wish also to thank the Provost of Eton, Dr. M. R. James, for permission to use some part of his description of the windows. I am also indebted to Mr. J. Palmer Clark for leave to reproduce the photograph of the ship in the window on the south side. I am also grateful to Mr. Benham and Dr. Mann for their assistance in compiling the lists of Provosts and Organists. I have again to thank Sir G. W. Prothero, Honorary Fellow of the College, for reading through the manuscript and proofs of both editions and for his valuable suggestions. In conclusion, I would ask for the kind indulgence of my readers for any errors that may be discovered in this little book, and shall be
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