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Mary Wandesford

1655 - 1726
devout religious unmarried woman, who was noted for creating an Anglican vocation for women similar to herself
(Wikipedia)

artist unknown
18th century?

Description

Stone bust in a niche in de front facade of Wandesford House. In her will will, dated 4 November 1725, Wandesford left funds for the creation of a "religious house of Protestant retirement" in York for ten poor unmarried woman, thereby creating a religious community for single women.

Inscription(s)

MARY
WANDESFORD
1725

Sculptor

Unknown artist. Do you know who the sculptor is? please let us know.

Sources & Information

Wikipedia, Wandesford House.

Locatie (N 53°57'49" - W 1°5'11") (Satellite view: Google Maps)

Item Code: gbyh074; Photograph: 26 July 2019
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