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The gothic West Front of Wells Cathedral - with c.300 carved figures - in medieval times was painted vibrant colours. Also I learned today of the “Singing Galleries” behind the sculptures: so that trumpets & choirs could play thru apertures, amazing the citizens below. Incredible pic.twitter.com/hf8ZjQRR5A
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Tim Dunn
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(See @BBCFOUR Romancing the Stone: The Golden Ages of British Sculpture, 1. Masons of God: bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episod… via @bbciplayer)
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Tim Dunn
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I’d love to see some painted cathedrals happen again.
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James Brown
@dr_jrbrown
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What is the evidence for this please?
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Tim Dunn
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See thread
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Omegar
@omegar24
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When I was in Aimens they had a light display to show what the cathedral looked like back when it was painted! pic.twitter.com/1Hb355aQig
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Adam Lynch
@WhitacreBespoke
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I find this fascinating but my wife said she can’t believe it. Is it documented that it was painted such vivid colours or is there physical evidence? I bet it was like painting the forth road bridge keeping it all looking good
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Tim Dunn
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Physical evidence
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Jon Cheshire
@Alderley
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To be honest, I don't believe this - it seems to go against any English aesthetic. I've even stayed at the Swan opposite a few times - just to enjoy the view.
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Tim Dunn
@MrTimDunn
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The evidence and academics suggest otherwise
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