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St. George and St. Peter

artist unknown
1871-76 and 1926

Description

Two statues in niches on the west and south sides of the tower of St. Peter's Church, built in 1871-76 after designs of J.H. Hirst of Bristol. The tower was added in 1926.

St. George (ca. 275/281 - 303), Roman soldier from Syria Palaestina and a priest in the Guard of Diocletian, one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers. He is immortalized in the tale of Saint George and the Dragon (Wikipedia)
Depicted stabbing the dragon with with a crucifix-sword

St. Peter (possibly died AD 67), apostle, first pope; patron saint of locksmiths and confessors. Usually holding the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven in his hand (Wikipedia)
Depicted with two large keys and a book

Medaillon with a bust of St. Peter in the top facade of the church.

Sculptor

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

Sources & Information

Wikipedia, St Peter's Church, Harrogate.
Historic England, Church of St Peter.
Tadcaster Post, and General Advertiser for Grimstone - Thursday 14 September 1871 (British Newspaper Archive).
York Herald - Wednesday 29 August 1888 (British Newspaper Archive).

Locatie (N 53°59'35" - W 1°32'28") (Satellite view: Google Maps)

Item Code: gbyh145; Photograph: 29 July 2019
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