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The Eagle lectern in New College Chapel, Oxford, 1864. Creator: Unknown
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The Eagle lectern in New College Chapel, Oxford, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Eagle lectern in New College Chapel, Oxford, 1864. An Eagle Lectern...has recently been presented to New College by the Senior Fellow, the Rev. W. Bigg Wither. It is the work of an amateur, the Rev. R. Baker, of Hargrave, Northamptonshire, Curate of Shelton, Bedfordshire, who exercises his art for the benefit of the restoration-fund of Hargrave Church. The bird is studied from the living eagle, and is almost a reproduction of the one exhibited in the International Exhibition of 1862. The lectern was designed by Mr. E. F. Law, of Northampton, and was highly appreciated by the committee of the Northamptonshire Architectural Society. It consists of a centre octagonal pedestal, upon the cap of which the eagle stands with expanded wings. This pedestal is supported on four sides by flying buttresses...each of which is surmounted by the figure of an angel, representing, on the north, Mercy; on the south, Praise; on the east, Prayer; and on the west, Justice. The lectern is of a large size, standing eight feet high, and is well proportioned'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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This stunning print captures the magnificent Eagle lectern in New College Chapel, Oxford, dating back to 1864. The intricate details of this piece of art are truly mesmerizing - from the carefully crafted eagle with its wings spread wide, to the angel figures representing Mercy, Praise, Prayer, and Justice on each side.
What makes this lectern even more special is that it was created by an amateur artist, the Rev. R. Baker of Hargrave, Northamptonshire. Designed for the restoration fund of Hargrave Church, this masterpiece was a labor of love that showcases both talent and dedication.
Standing at an impressive eight feet tall, this lectern is not only a functional piece but also a work of art that has been highly appreciated by the Northamptonshire Architectural Society. It's clear that every detail was carefully considered in its design - from the octagonal pedestal to the flying buttresses supporting it.
The historical significance and beauty of this Eagle lectern make it a true treasure within New College Chapel. Its presence undoubtedly adds to the grandeur and elegance of the chapel's interior space. This print serves as a reminder of both artistic skill and religious devotion captured in one remarkable piece.
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