Close-up Look at York Minster’s Stained-Glass Revelations

The York Minster is famous for its medieval stained glass. The best window, which fills the east end of the magnificent cathedral, is covered with a giant gloomy photo of what we’re missing while it undergoes restoration. But the good news is that a small exhibit just below the window, called The Orb, shows four of its exquisite panes that have already been restored. These delicate scenes will ultimately end up high above the worshippers — well beyond anyone’s sight. Created and ultimately intended “for God’s eyes only,” for a short time they can be enjoyed by us as well.

If you can’t see the video below, watch it on YouTube.

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4 Replies to “Close-up Look at York Minster’s Stained-Glass Revelations”

  1. Shared this in a blog post that will go live tomorrow. Part of my weekend video links post of video links from the past week that I’ve really enjoyed.

  2. Beautifully done, Rick. Thank you for slowing down your phone a bit so we can really see the details of these wonderful windows.

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