The Entrance to the Society of Antiquaries
The Entrance to the Society of Antiquaries

Abbots and Aristocrats: Heraldry at Fountains Abbey

6:30 pm 21 February 2018 The Society of Antiquaries, Burlington House, Piccadilly, Mayfair, London W1J 0BE

Dr Michael Carter FSA (Senior Properties Historian, English Heritage)

Fountains Abbey is among the best preserved Cistercian abbeys in Europe. This paper will explore extant and documentary evidence for use of heraldic ornament at the abbey, examining the insights this provides into patronage and the use of liturgical space within the monastery.

Chairman : Dr Richard Baker