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Tournai font BB49_00385
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Tournai font BB49_00385
ALL SAINTS CHURCH, EAST MEON, EAST MEON, EAST HAMPSHIRE, HAMPSHIRE. Detail of a Tournai font with a square bowl with carvings of figures in All Saints Church.
The image shows one whole side of the Tournai font bowl with figures and some animal faces made with shallow marks. Tournai fonts are carved from a black stone found in Tournai, Flanders. The carvings show the story of Adam and Eve, from Adams creation and the creation of Eve from Adams rib on the right side, to Eve taking fruit from a serpent on the left. The bowl sits on a circular brick shaft surrounded closely by four columns
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Font Medieval Sculpture Adam And Eve
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This print showcases the intricate details of the Tournai font located in All Saints Church, East Meon, Hampshire. The image focuses on one side of the square bowl, revealing a mesmerizing array of figures and animal faces delicately carved into the black stone. These carvings depict various scenes from the biblical story of Adam and Eve. On the right side of the bowl, we witness Adam's creation and Eve's emergence from his rib. Moving towards the left side, our gaze is drawn to Eve succumbing to temptation as she takes fruit from a serpent. Each element is meticulously crafted with shallow marks that bring life to these ancient characters. The Tournai font itself holds great historical significance as it originates from Tournai, Flanders. Its presence within All Saints Church adds an air of medieval charm to this sacred space. Resting upon a circular brick shaft surrounded closely by four columns, this font stands as both a work of art and an integral part of religious tradition. E M Booty's expert photography captures every nuance and detail in this remarkable piece. This print serves as a testament to England's rich cultural heritage while offering viewers an opportunity to appreciate the craftsmanship and storytelling prowess found within medieval sculpture.
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