This window in Ampleforth Abbey Church's South Transept is inspired by the abstract designs of medieval Cistercian windows. It is by the celebrated stained glass artist Patrick Reyntiens (1925-2021), who was a former pupil of the College. His work, much of it hand-painted, is among some of the most important of the late 20th and early 21st century, including windows in Coventry Cathedral and Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral.
There are several other more figurative designs in the church, also by Reyntiens and his son, John. Those in the Lady Chapel, commissioned for the Abbey's 200th anniversary, include: the Wedding Feast at Cana:
Our Lady's Assumption into Heaven:
and the Descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost:
Oh they are so beautiful! THanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I do love stained glass windows :)
ReplyDeleteStained glass always makes such a statement.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful. The lamb stands out!
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