Wood Carvings In English Churches, Part 1 - Francis Bond - Bog

""Wood Carvings in English Churches, Part 1: Misericords"" is a book written by Francis Bond and first published in 1910. The book is a comprehensive study of the intricate wood carvings found in English churches, specifically focusing on the misericords. Misericords are small wooden seats located in the choir stalls of churches, which were used by the clergy during long services. The book explores the history and significance of these carvings, as well as the techniques used to create them. It features detailed descriptions and photographs of over 200 misericords from various churches across England, providing a fascinating insight into the art and culture of medieval England. The book is a valuable resource for art historians, medievalists, and anyone interested in the history of English churches and their intricate wood carvings.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.