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At St Cadoc's, Llangattock Vibon Avel, when it came to stained glass, no expense was spared.
Every window in this medieval church bursts with Victorian vibrancy, with examples from some of the very best makers of the era.
Hands up who's ready for a stained glass trip?
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Every window in this medieval church bursts with Victorian vibrancy, with examples from some of the very best makers of the era.
Hands up who's ready for a stained glass trip?
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Charles Eamer Kempe created the window in the Rolls Chapel: a four light line-up of superstar saints. But the luminous St Michael in golden armour steals the show. His wings shimmer with peacock feathers, and a blood-red creature - half man half beast watches from his feet.
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Earlier in his career, Kempe crafted an orchestra of angels to fill the double tiers of the west window. They play under starry skies with a fantasy citadel behind them.
One angel plays the triangle, an instrument first documented in the 10th century.
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One angel plays the triangle, an instrument first documented in the 10th century.
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