Glossary of ecclesiastical ornament and costume : compiled and illustrated from ancient authorities and examples (1844)
Pugin, Augustus Welby Northmore, 1812-1852, Hanhart, M., lithographer, Hanhart, N., lithographer, Maguire, Henry Calton · London : H.G. Bohn · leaf 167
be covered all round with black cloth. Item, I will that a curious hearse of wax of a small size be placed upon the aforesaid hearse." — Testamenta Vetusta. The splendour of funeral herses was so much connected with personal state and dignity, that they not only survived the changes in the reign of… … Umie %i$)t This term is found in old Churchwardens' accounts ; and it does not, as has been generally supposed, refer to lights set up round herses at funerals, for these are directly mentioned as tapers. Item, received iv tapers for Sir Milles, priest of the King's Almshouse, 8d. Item, the day of…
Church decoration and ornament · Church vestments · Christian art and symbolism
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