'Adel Church'

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I don't know this building at all, but - if you know what I mean, and I'm sure you do - am very glad to know it's there, in reasonably untouched condition; did it entirely survive Cromwell, and the Victorian restorers (other than the 1838 addition)? Your drawing/painting makes me want to go and see it.

Posted by Robert Jones, NAPA on Thu 16 Sep 20:26:43

The church was locked so I didn't see inside, but I intend to go again when it's open. Apparently it is very plain and simple inside, with box pews, so I'm guessing the Victorians didn't do too much damage! Glad you like the painting.

Posted by Martin Williamson on Fri 17 Sep 09:42:12

Hang on Studio Wall

31/03/2015

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This little church on the outskirts of Leeds, West Yorkshire, has been described as one of the best and most complete Norman churches in Yorkshire - I can't dispute that! it is a little architectural gem, set in a quiet and delightfully wild churchyard - Messrs John Piper and John Betjemin would have loved it (and probably did). It was built between 1150 and 1170 and has changed little since then, except for a new bell-cote added in 1838. The arched Norman doorway has a beautiful ornate carved surround and stone gargoyles pull faces from nooks and crannies. Painted on the spot in mixed media (pen, ink, wash and oil pastel). 14.5" x 10.5"

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