Bath Abbey West Doors - Bath, England, UK
Posted by: cldisme
N 51° 22.884 W 002° 21.564
30U E 544580 N 5692434
The west doors were donated as part of the reconstruction in 1611 after the original doors were destroyed the "Dissolution of the Monasteries" in 1539.
Waymark Code: WM47V1
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 07/19/2008
Views: 61
The majority of the structure for Bath Abbey was concieved and constructed between 1499 and 1538. Shortly after completion, King Henry VIII invoked the "Dissolution of the Monasteries" in 1539 and stripped the Abbey of all architectual valuables. The Abbey was left into ruin.
However Queen Elizabeth ordered financing for reconstruction in 1574 which was completed in 1611.
During this reconstruction, the west doors of Bath Abbey were carved courtesy of, then Bishop of Wells and Bath, Bishop Montagu's own brother, Lord Chief Justice Sir Henry Montagu. The Montagu coat of arms is prominant on the doors along with the Latin inscription: Ecce quam bonum et quam jucundum est. (Behold how good and pleasing it is.)
To compliment the doors, symbols of the passion are carved in the upper corners above the archway.
The doors are functional, but used for ceremonial purposes. Smaller doors on either side are used for everyday use instead.
Visitors are welcome to explore the Abbey to see what is on the other side of the doors for a contribution of £2.50 (cameras are not permitted during services).
Type of material of the door: Wood
Functional door?: Yes
Location of this door/way: On public property
Is it accessable only by paid admission": Other
Style: Gothic
Address or physical location: 12 Kingston Buildings
Bath, UK
BA1 1LT
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