The finials on the bench ends in Holy Trinity Church date from around 1475, and are attached to 15th century benches which were reconstructed in the late 19th century. The carvings represent the Seven Deadly Sins, and the Seasons, and it is thought that the Seven Works of Mercy are also depicted. Other figures, including angels bearing symbols of the Holy Trinity and the Crown, also appear. This finial is thought to represent the sin of Drunkeness, with the figure being punished in stocks. In the head of each finial is a small hole where lighted tapers were placed.
This is part of the Series: LTC01/01 Lady Trenchard Cox: Series of Negatives; within the Collection: LTC01 Lady Trenchard Cox Collection
© Historic England Archive
Photographer: Cox, Mary Desiree
Finial, Early Medieval Minster, Medieval Parish Church, Religion
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