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 97
Coffin— Combs: 77 Coffin, Coffpn, Cofum A case of stone, or box of wood or metal. The term … of Catholic antiquity traced on the lid, with the initials or arms of the deceased in the centre. In this case the plea of expense could not be urged against the revival, as a coffin of this description would cost much less than those ordinarily made. C0tttt)£ were among the appurtenances of an…
Church decoration and ornament · Church vestments · Christian art and symbolism
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