Excerpt from Practical Remarks on Some of the Minor Accessories to the Services of the Church: With Hints on the Preparation of Altar Cloths, Pede Cloths, and Other Ecclesiastical Furniture; Addressed to Ladies and Church-Wardens
A very extensive correspondence, consequent upon his successful intro duction of linens with ecclesiastical devices for the use of the Church, has abundantly proved to the writer, that wardens and others of the laity, who take an interest in the beauty and welfare of the Church, are at present desirous to Obtain practical information regarding many of the minor accesso ries to the services, which have not been considered sufficiently important to engage the attention of the church architect; and which, for perhaps the same reason, have been omitted from, or but slightly attended to, in the nume rous valuable publications on church restoration, which have recently issued from the press.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history and significance of accessories used in Anglican church services, focusing on altar cloths, linens, and other furnishings. The author, an experienced ecclesiastical craftsperson, delves into antiquarian traditions while offering guidance on creating beautiful and respectful decorative pieces. The book addresses the importance of church ornamentation in maintaining the integrity of the service, drawing upon historical and theological sources to illustrate the significance of each element. Practical advice is interwoven with engaging historical insights, providing a valuable resource for churchwardens, embroiderers, and anyone interested in enhancing the beauty and reverence of their worship space. Ultimately, the book argues that careful attention to these often-overlooked details enriches the experience of the liturgy and underscores the sanctity of the church as a sacred space. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781334236921_0
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