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Baptistery window JLP01_08_062574
Filename: jlp01_08_062574.jpg
Size: 5216 x 6568 (6.5MB)
Date: 15th October 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
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© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
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Baptistery window JLP01_08_062574
COVENTRY CATHEDRAL, PRIORY STREET, COVENTRY. Looking across the interior of Coventry Cathedral towards the baptistery window.
The photograph is part of a batch taken by John Laing & Son to show the finished contract of Coventry Cathedral, built by the company between mid-1950s and 1962. The Baptistery window was designed by John Piper and was made by Patrick Reyntiens. The 198 panels were designed by John Piper over a period of almost two years between 1958 and 1960. The stained glass was made over three years with installation starting in May 1961
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Media ID 23993838
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Cathedral Interior Stained Glass Baptistry
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the breathtaking interior of Coventry Cathedral, with its focal point being the magnificent Baptistery window. The image, captured by John Laing & Son as part of their documentation of the completed contract for Coventry Cathedral, transports us back to the 1960s when this architectural marvel was unveiled. Designed by renowned artist John Piper and skillfully crafted by Patrick Reyntiens, the Baptistery window is a true masterpiece. Comprising an astonishing 198 panels meticulously designed by Piper over two years, this stained glass installation took three years to complete and was finally installed in May 1961. The photograph allows us to appreciate not only the grandeur of Coventry Cathedral's interior but also highlights the ethereal beauty emanating from the vibrant stained glass of the baptistery window. Each panel tells a story through its intricate design and mesmerizing play of light that fills this sacred space. As we gaze upon this remarkable image, we are reminded of both the artistic brilliance behind its creation and the spiritual significance it holds within Coventry Cathedral. It serves as a testament to human creativity and devotion while inviting contemplation and awe-inspiring reverence for those fortunate enough to witness it firsthand.
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