In the United States this week we celebrate Father’s Day, an occasion to honor those who have come before us, founded our own beginnings, given us a leg up, and even confounded our own notions of what is reasonable and just.
The art and architecture of Canterbury Cathedral finds its place on this occasion. Canterbury came before before the Episcopal Church, founded our own beginnings, gave us a leg up, and even confounds our notions of what is reasonable and just. The art and architecture of Canterbury are best viewed on site, with an informed guide and comfortable lodgings, something we call a ‘Pilgrimage.’
On view : Presentation Design Drawing of the Baptismal Font for Canterbury Cathedral
Artist: John Christmas (1599-1654)
circa 1638-1639
Pen & ink & watercolour on vellum
The Canterbury baptismal font was commissioned by John Warner, Dean of Lichfield, on the eve of his promotion to the Bishopric of Rochester. This drawing, which has been signed by John Warner, was probably designed for presentation to the Dean and Chapter of Canterbury to impress them with his proposed munificence. The size of the drawing and its meticulous execution confirm that it was a commission of great importance.
-from The Art Fund