the Chalk valley by alanwilliams
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there are five valleys eminating from Salisbury Wiltshire each with their own river, the Nadder, the Wyle, the Bourne, the Avon and latterly the Ebble also known locally as the Chalk valley. Yesterday as a follow up to some family history of mine that established three generations of Sheperds in my family we visited the Chalk valley where my great great grandfather was a sheperd on the surrounding hills. Our visit caused us to visit a lot of the local churches. This one is fascinating, the church of St John the Baptist in the village of Bishopstone. Believed to have been established in the 12th century, it boasts some fascinating details, one being an amazing pulpit made up of beautiful wooden panels and adornments originating in Spain.More to follow.
Comments (12)
durleybeachbum
I love this, Alan!! A favourite. It so exciting to see work by craftsmen and imagine them in the act of making it. Joy in the Making..that was my department motto where I taught.
jayfar
You can see the age eminatinating from these beautiful carvings Alan, nice shot.
qrud
Splendid view.
BIPOLARTWO
I also love these.Imagine the time and patience not to mention the craftsmanship to carve these beauties... Great image-Thank you
awjay
so much skill
kgb224
Superb capture my friend. God Bless.
DamirCizmok
Really great photo!
sandra46
WONDERFUL CARVING
jeroni
Excellent work and perfect realisation
wysiwig
One of my favorite things, old wooden carvings. The unknown artist is gone but this wonderful work remains. Excellent capture.
Isabelle711
Gorgeous wood carvings. :)))))) I love hearing about your family. :)))) Most interesting info. :)))))) Most excellent capture my friend. :))))) Thank you for sharing all of the beauty you see. :))))) Carry A Smile In Your Heart :)))))
Katraz
This is wonderful carving and a pleasure to see. Thanks for sharing.