The Radiant Art: A History of York Stained Glass - CED00121C
- Department: Centre for Lifelong Learning
- Credit value: 10 credits
- Credit level: C
- Academic year of delivery: 2024-25
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| A | Autumn Term 2024-25 |
Module aims
This module will provide an understanding and appreciation of the history, artistry, skills and meanings demonstrated in the world of York’s rich stained glass heritage. It will illustrate what stained glass actually is, the materials and techniques used in its making over many periods, its origins, modern conservation practices, and a brief history of its uses and function in both secular and ecclesiastical contexts. Students will study traditional and contemporary practice, including cartoon drawing, vidimus designing and glass-making,. The course will explore, the history of decorative glass in York from the Medieval to the Victorian periods. Reference will also be made to the iconographic meanings of glass in York churches as well as the current conservation work being undertaken by York Glaziers Trust. The course will be complemented by a visit to two York parish churches to observe the glass in situ.
Module learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
- An understanding of the iconography of glass throughout the ages
- An understanding of the techniques used to create stained and painted glass
- An understanding of the history of stained glass from its inception together with its varying uses
- Identify the most prolific glass painters and workshops associated with stained glass
- An understanding of current conservation techniques and practices.
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100.0 |
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 100.0 |
Module feedback
The tutor will give regular individual verbal and written feedback throughout the module on work submitted.
The assessment feedback is as per the university’s guidelines with regard to timings.
Indicative reading
- Brown, S (1999) Stained Glass at York Minster: A Fragile Inheritance. Brown, S and Strobl, S (2002) The Care of Stained Glass and Historic Glazing. A Handbook for Custodians
- Brown, S (2007) Fairford Parish Church: A medieval church and its stained glass
- Brown, S (2003) Our Magnificent Fabrick: York Minster, An Architectural History c. 1220-1500
- Cheiffo Raguin, V (2003) Stained glass: from its origins to the present