Symbols in Art – Clues and Problems

Symbols in Art – Clues and Problems

When we explore medieval religious art you could be astonished by the number of objects being held by the figures depicted either in paint or in stained glass windows. Looking at some of the stained glass windows in the Abbey Church there are a number of saints that...
Musketeer Makeover

Musketeer Makeover

After completing the fundraising for the conservation of the medieval and Victorian Stained glass in the Abbey Church and a window of one of the Three Magi above the door to the Abbey Museum, focus has turned to fundraising for the conservation of smaller, but still...
The “Donor King” has a Name

The “Donor King” has a Name

Visitors to the Abbey Museum may have noticed a stained glass window that was once above the main door has been removed. I can assure you that this is not permanent but just part of the ongoing conservation program of our stained glass windows. This panel depicts a...
Winchester Windows return to the Abbey

Winchester Windows return to the Abbey

For many years now, the Friends of the Abbey Museum have been busily raising funds for the conservation of two of the most significant medieval stained glass windows in the Museum collection. These were wonderful medieval stained glass windows originally...
Restoring the Glory – Stained Glass Restoration

Restoring the Glory – Stained Glass Restoration

I love stained glass windows… the colour, the details, the vibrancy of the stories are simply inspiring. The stained glass windows in the Abbey Museum collection are some of my favourite objects. That is why I was so excited to take a group of our staff and volunteers...