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Glasgow Cathedral Restored, 1857. Creator: J. & A.W.. Glasgow Cathedral Restored, 1857. Creator: J. & A.W
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Glasgow Cathedral Restored, 1857. Creator: J. & A.W.. Glasgow Cathedral Restored, 1857. Creator: J. & A.W
Glasgow Cathedral Restored, 1857. Heavy wooden galleries were introduced...constructed in such a manner as to throw their whole weight horizontally against the outer walls and columns of the choir, which were, accordingly, greatly bulged, to the extreme peril of the entire building...Recently the wealthy and enterprising Corporation of Glasgow, assisted by Government, have made a clean sweep of these vandalisms: the central arch is cleared, which opens up the fine vista...the plaster has been removed from the face of the walls, and the galleries have been replaced with appropriate stalls and beaches; the new pulpit [has been] made of oak at least 700 years old, taken from some of the original roof beams which it became necessary to remove...Mr. Matheson, architect of her Majesty's Board of Works for Scotland, was the gentleman employed in these recent restorations'. From "Illustrated London News", 1857
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Glasgow Cathedral Restored, 1857
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is a captivating photograph that showcases the magnificent Glasgow Cathedral after its restoration. The image, created by J. & A.W, captures the grandeur and beauty of this historical edifice, which had been subjected to significant damage and alterations over the centuries. The Glasgow Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, had suffered extensively due to the addition of heavy wooden galleries in the 16th century. These galleries were constructed in such a manner that they threw their entire weight horizontally against the outer walls and columns of the choir, posing a grave threat to the entire structure. However, the Corporation of Glasgow, with the assistance of the Government, took bold steps to rectify the situation. The central arch was cleared, opening up a fine vista and revealing the true splendor of the cathedral. The plaster was removed from the face of the walls, and the galleries were replaced with appropriate stalls and beaches. Moreover, the new pulpit was made of oak at least 700 years old, taken from some of the original roof beams that had to be removed during the restoration process. Mr. Matheson, architect of Her Majesty's Board of Works for Scotland, was entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing these restorations. This photograph, published in the "Illustrated London News" in 1857, serves as a testament to the determination and vision of those who worked tirelessly to preserve the historical and architectural significance of Glasgow Cathedral. The image invites us to appreciate the beauty and grandeur of this iconic structure, which continues to inspire awe and admiration to this day.
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