Explore the carved stories on Wells Cathedral’s west front and discover how sculpture brings faith, history, and English heritage to life.
This scholarly look joins detailed description of the west front with an in‑depth appendix on sculptures from other medieval English churches. It presents Wells Cathedral’s iconography as a vivid record of religious belief and national history, created by artists and patrons whose work shaped medieval England. The book situates sculpture, architecture, and doctrine within the broader culture of the time, offering clear explanations and carefully drawn illustrations.
- A point‑by‑point account of the sculptures on the west front, including the first to ninth tiers.
- Detailed notes and representations for the sculptures on the south and north sides.
- Appendices that cover ornaments and sculptural programs at Exeter, Norwich, Canterbury, Rochester, York, and other major sites.
Ideal for readers of art history, architectural history, and medieval studies, this edition invites you to read these stone stories with new clarity and appreciation.