Glossary of ecclesiastical ornament and costume, compiled from ancient authorities and examples (1846)
Pugin, Augustus Welby Northmore, 1812-1852, Smith, Bernard, Hanhart, M., lithographer, Hanhart, N., lithographer, Maguire, Henry Calton · London, H. G. Bohn · leaf 79
C&altre* 59 I The vessel in which the sacred Blood of our Lord is consecrated. Form. — The form of Chalices has been different in different ages. While … an inch below, that it may be enriched with engravings, inscriptions and enamels. Material. — Chalices are usually made of silver, either whole or parcel gilt, occasionally of pure gold, and jewelled; formerly glass, crystal or agatet chalices were sometimes used, but this is now pro- hibited on…
Church decoration and ornament · Church vestments · Christian art and symbolism
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