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GREYFRIARS, Walsingham, Norfolk. Pen and ink sketch showing interior view of altar with tester and dossal in temporary chapel of Capuchin friary. 1937 sketch by Peter Anson. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 11476017
Filename: me001249.jpg
Size: 3805 x 4970 (7.5MB)
Date: 10th December 2015
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Images
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This evocative pen and ink sketch by Peter F Anson captures the spiritual essence of Greyfriars, Walsingham in Norfolk, England. Dated 1937, the drawing portrays the interior of a temporary chapel within the Capuchin friary. The altar, bathed in soft light, takes center stage, its ornate tester and dossal creating a sense of grandeur and reverence. The Capuchin friars, a branch of the Franciscan Order, arrived in Walsingham in 1625, and this temporary chapel was likely constructed during their tenure. The sketch offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the intricate details of the altar and the simple yet beautiful architecture of the chapel. Walsingham, a place of pilgrimage since the Middle Ages, is renowned for its connections to the Virgin Mary. The site is believed to have been the location of an apparition of the Virgin Mary in 1061, and the shrine at Walsingham became a popular destination for pilgrims seeking miracles and spiritual renewal. The Capuchin friars, with their emphasis on austerity and devotion, would have provided a sanctuary for those seeking solace and spiritual guidance. The temporary nature of the chapel in Anson's sketch underscores the transient nature of human existence, while the enduring beauty of the altar and the faith it represents remain steadfast. Anson's skillful use of pen and ink brings the chapel to life, transporting us back in time to a moment of quiet reflection and devotion. The sketch serves as a testament to the power of art to capture the essence of a place and the emotions it evokes, making it a valuable addition to our historical record of Greyfriars, Walsingham.
