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‘Gloria in Excelsis!’ : A Celebration of Medieval Gold Illumination for Benedictines Day – Judith Richardson-Dawes

‘Gloria in Excelsis!’ : A Celebration of Medieval Gold Illumination for Benedictines Day - Judith Richardson-Dawes

A brief look at the world of the Benedictines at St. Nicholas Priory and how the Monk’s Panels reflect the sacred architecture of monastic surroundings. The talk will cover how the first two medieval gold border patterns were developed, the Romanesque Gold Border and the Renaissance White Vine Border. There then follows a look at the creation of the Gothic Angels Border, the Medieval Saints Border and the Elizabethan Floral Border. Additionally, the talk will cover how I worked to compliment the historical reconstruction drawings of Dr. Richard Parker and a brief look at medieval paints and their sources.

Doors are 2:30pm for a 2:50pm start.

£12 Ticket price includes refreshments and a display of Judith’s work.

Directions
St Nicholas Priory is on Mint Lane with walking access from Fore Street or Bartholomew Street West.

The nearest car park is Mary Arches Street, which is a five-minute walk. Exeter Central railway station is a ten-minute walk. The bus station is a 15-minute walk with many buses stopping on the High Street which is ten minutes away.

Access
Unfortunately, due to the nature of this historic building, there is no wheelchair access for our upstairs rooms.

Facilities
Our outdoor toilet block can be made available on request.

If you have any questions or concerns about your visit please email [email protected]

Date & Time

21/03/2025    
14:30 - 16:00

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Where

St Nicholas Priory
Mint Lane, Off Fore Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3BL

Find directions to St Nicholas Priory on our visit us page.

St Nicholas Priory: Founded by William the Conqueror in 1087, St Nicholas Priory was home to Benedictine monks for over 400 years and is the oldest building in Exeter. In 1536, like other monasteries, it was closed and the remains became the home of wealthy Tudor merchants.

Access: Unfortunately, only the ground floor of our building is wheelchair-accessible.

Facilities: Accessible loos and nappy-changing facilities.

If you have any questions or concerns about your visit, please email [email protected].

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