This chantry chapel to Arthur Tudor, covered in tracery and sculptures, was built in 1504. The chest tomb of the 15 year old Prince fills the chapel.
Sculpture
Baroque sculpture, flourishing from the late 16th century to the early 18th century, is a vibrant and dynamic art form that emerged during the Counter-Reformation, particularly in Italy, to inspire faith and awe among the faithful. Characterized by its dramatic intensity, bold movement, and emotional depth, this style contrasts with the balanced harmony of the Renaissance.
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Baroque sculpture in Florence
Submitted by walwyn
In Florence, Baroque sculpture emerged prominently under the patronage of the Medici family, who sought to reinforce their cultural dominance and Catholic piety during the Counter-Reformation.
Two 13th century effigies of Benedictine monks. Peterborough Cathedral.
Architectural monument to commemorate members of the Benson family c1730. Probably by Smith of Warwick.
The first sequence of sculpture around the choir screen, starting at the western end of the south ambulatory, is the work of Jehan Soulas from 1519-1521. Sculpted from the hard limestone from the Tonnerre quarry, they consist of scenes from the Gospel of James, depicting the annunciation of the Virgin Mary to Joachim and St Anne, the birth of Mary, and the presentation of Mary in the temple.
Bishop Ferry de Beauvoir (d1473). Amiens Cathedral France.
Bust of Bishop John Gaugen (d1662), Worcester Cathedral. John Gaugen was made Bishop of Worcester in May 1662 but died in September 1662 of "stone and strangury" - a complication of kidney stones.
This carved alabaster monument of Bishop John Stanbury contains his effigy and has saints and angels as mourners carrying shields around all sides. Unfortunately the heads of the angels were chipped off during the reformation.
Monument to Bishop Joseph Allen (1845).
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