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Minstrel drummer UXC01_01_01_0364_15
Minster Church Of St John, Minster Yard, Beverley, East Riding Of Yorkshire. Detail of a sculpted hoodmould stop on the north aisle wall of St John's Minster Church, showing a minstrel playing two small drums with batons. The sculpture shows a male minstrel wearing a chaperon and playing two small drums, resembling kettle drums, which are positioned below his torso.Below the sculpture is a partial view of a capital with carvings of large leaves and acorns, and on either side a partial view of the trefoil inner arches of the blank arcade. The scuplture is situated on the north wall, in the third bay from the north door in the aisle
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This print showcases a remarkable sculpture found within the Minster Church of St John in Beverley, East Riding Of Yorkshire. The intricate detail of this sculpted hoodmould stop on the north aisle wall is truly mesmerizing. The focal point of the sculpture is a minstrel drummer, depicted with great skill and precision. This male minstrel wears a chaperon and can be seen playing two small drums with batons. Positioned below his torso, these drums resemble kettle drums and add an element of rhythm to the scene. Beneath the minstrel drummer, we catch a glimpse of a capital adorned with carvings depicting large leaves and acorns. These intricate details further enhance the beauty and craftsmanship displayed throughout this medieval church. On either side of the sculpture, partial views are revealed of trefoil inner arches from a blank arcade. These architectural elements contribute to the overall grandeur and elegance that permeates every corner of St John's Minster Church. Situated on the north wall in the third bay from the north door in the aisle, this sculpture serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a testament to centuries-old musical traditions within religious spaces. Ursula Clark has masterfully captured this moment in time through her lens, allowing us to appreciate not only its historical significance but also its aesthetic allure.
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