West front Exeter Cathedral ([1819])
H. S. Storer
| Repository | Library | Shelf |
|---|---|---|
| Devon | West Country Studies | M SC0806 |
| Devon | PLY | I/S |
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SC0806
Location
CD 13 DVD 2
Publication Details
Date
[1819]
Place
Scope and Content
Storer, James. History and antiquities of the cathedral churches of Great Britain. Vol. II. London: Rivingtons; Murray; Hatchard; Clarke; Taylor; and Sherwood, Neely, and Jones. 1816. p. l.The west front exhibits the principal deviation from the predominant simplicity of the structure, whilst it, assuredly, constitutes an object of imperative attraction and lasting interest. This part of the building was constructed by bishop Grandisson, between the years 1328 and 1369. The great west window, graceful in form, and enriched by elaborate tracery, is, in itself, a splendid feature; but its beauties are rendered of secondary influence by the magnificent screen, or portal, which ranges along the whole front. This gorgeous facade is, perhaps, unequalled in remaining specimens of English architecture, for richness of display, and the number of statues by which it is adorned. In the centre is the grand entrance to the cathedral, and on either side is a smaller doorway.[Text may be taken from a different source or edition than that listed as the source by Somers Cocks.]
Format
Copper l.engr
Dimensions
116x84mm
Series
S57. STORER, James: HISTORY AND ANTIQUITIES OF THE CATHEDRAL CHURCHES OF GREAT BRITAIN.
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West front
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Dates
1819