Monday 30 December 2013

The Eagle Lectern


The base of the lectern in the choir of York Minster. It was presented to the Minster in 1686 and features a great eagle which holds the bible up on its wings.

5 comments:

  1. Wonder why the Eagle lecterns, see them in a lot of churches

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  2. "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles . . ." ~ Is. 41:31

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  3. Love the eagle's claws! Great reflections too.
    Liz

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  4. Beautiful details, particularly in those talons!

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