A is for Astrological Archway
The arch above the doorway of St Margaret's church on Walmgate dates from the mid 12th century. Amongst the collection of carvings of devils and dragons one of the arches is decorated with the signs of the Zodiac.
Taking part in ABC Wednesday
These works of ART and the skills are irreplaceable now
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Amazing to think about how much work went into just that one archway.
ReplyDeletethat is an AWESOME arch!
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Fascinating and ARTFUL ARCH!
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abcw team
I was in York at the weekend but now I know what I'll want to look at this amazing arch next time I'm there.
ReplyDeleteThe church is now the National Centre for Early Music so not always open to visitors, worth checking it will be open before you visit.
DeleteAmazing, beautiful. Think of the years.
ReplyDeleteCompletely different. Never seen anything like this before, Deb. Nice shot too.
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