Brief description: Design for a 2 light stained glass window depicting the crucifixion and King Arthur
Proposed design for a 2 light window in the Chapel of Chivalry depicting the crucifixion. In the left hand light Christ is depicted on the cross with the soldier. In the right hand light, an angel, King Arthur and Galahad are depicted. The window has a clear diamond quarry background palm leaves and lilies. A banner inscription is shown along the bottom. Design is marked as 'not used'. This design was created by Christopher Webb (1886–1966), an English stained glass designer based in St Albans, Hertfordshire. He studied at the Slade School of Art and was then articled to Sir Ninian Comper. During his active career from 1920 to 1964 he produced over 400 windows with a distinctive character and style.
Object type: preparatory art work design
Number of objects: 1
Production date: 1
Production period: 20th century
Designer: Christopher Webb (1886 - 1966)
Dimensions: Height: 234 mm, Width: 552 mm
Original location: Sheffield Cathedral, Sheffield, Yorkshire, England
Acquisition: gift 13.3.2024
Acquisition source:
This item is not currently on display and can only be viewed by prior arrangement
Accession number: ELYGM:2024.14.198
