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CATHEDRAL COLLECTION
in Silver or Gold
in Silver or Gold
These superb sandstone symbol designs can be seen on the east wall of the St Magnus Cathedral.
The Cathedral was founded in 1137 by Earl Rognvald Kolsson and built of yellow and red sandstone, the red from the Head of Holland on Orkney Mainland, the yellow from the outer island of Eday.
The Cathedral took 300 years to complete and the east wall dates from the late 13 th century. These carvings may be associated with 3 alters dedicated to St Margaret, St Catherine and St Barbara which stood beneath them.
Many contemporary artists reflect on this majestic building for inspiration, coming up with one's own translation is the challenge.
We hope we have achieved this.
The Cathedral was founded in 1137 by Earl Rognvald Kolsson and built of yellow and red sandstone, the red from the Head of Holland on Orkney Mainland, the yellow from the outer island of Eday.
The Cathedral took 300 years to complete and the east wall dates from the late 13 th century. These carvings may be associated with 3 alters dedicated to St Margaret, St Catherine and St Barbara which stood beneath them.
Many contemporary artists reflect on this majestic building for inspiration, coming up with one's own translation is the challenge.
We hope we have achieved this.
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