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Luppitt Font BB49_00373
ST MARYS CHURCH, LUPPITT, LUPPITT, EAST DEVON, DEVON. Detail of the font, either early Norman or late Saxon, decorated with scenes of two men fighting and wild animals carved on the sides of the bowl, in St Marys Church.
Detail of an early Norman or late Saxon font with a carved square bowl on a cylindrical shaft, the top few inches of which appear to be original and the rest modern. The angle of the image shows two sides of the bowl, one including the scene of two men fighting with shields and swords, while the other depicts wild animals. A masked face on the corner can be seen more clearly and they separate the two scenes. The church has Norman origins and was rebuilt in te 13th and 14th centuries. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 26525491
Filename: bb49_00373.jpg
Size: 4917 x 3970 (5.3MB)
Date: 11th October 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: His toric England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: His toric England Archive
Owner URL: https ://images .his toricenglands ervices .org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of history - the Luppitt Font BB49_00373 in St Mary's Church, located in the picturesque village of Luppitt, East Devon. The font, believed to be either early Norman or late Saxon, is an exquisite example of medieval craftsmanship. The image highlights the intricate details carved onto the font's square bowl and cylindrical shaft. The top section appears to be original, while the rest has been reconstructed at a later date. From this angle, we can observe two sides of the bowl; one side depicts a dramatic scene of two men engaged in combat with shields and swords, symbolizing bravery and strength. On the other side, beautifully rendered wild animals come to life through expert carving. A particularly intriguing feature is a masked face adorning one corner of the font. This enigmatic figure serves as a striking visual element that separates and adds depth to both scenes. St Mary's Church itself boasts rich historical significance with its Norman origins dating back centuries ago. Although rebuilt during the 13th and 14th centuries, it still retains its medieval charm. E M Booty skillfully captures these mesmerizing elements in this print from Historic England. It serves as a testament to our enduring fascination with early medieval artistry and provides us with an opportunity to appreciate our cultural heritage firsthand.
