The chandelier, likely dating back to 1394, is called a "kaarsenkroon" or "candle crown." It is one of six remaining Jerusalem chandeliers in Europe that symbolize the heavenly Jerusalem, the "destination" of the medieval believer. The first floor of the crown bears the names of Jesus, Mary, and the twelve apostles.
My reaction was: "yay, there's a part 2!" :-). And I did enjoy reading it and seeing the pictures. What an interesting feature that kaarsenkroon is. A special way to portray life back then. Thank you for always including the sources. I bookmarked the church one - I need to time my visit well so I can get to ring the churchbell myself and access the tower. My ancestors would ring the churchbells and my last name means "bell" in Swiss German (random fact ;-)).
I just talked to a friend in Maine who mentioned how cold it's gonna get. I hope you and Luna stay warm.
A lovely, much-appreciated diversion from "the news." The kaarsenkroon is so beautiful (as is everything) and reminds me of the 'horos' in the Greek Orthodox Church. :)
And it's a bit of a mystery too, I like that. Some small parts were lost in the Second World War when it was buried in sand, but some parts got wet and didn't survive the humidity.
It’s fascinating how objects were saved during the Second World War…carefully preserved to somehow survive. The faith in the future and will to live is extraordinary and admirable.
My reaction was: "yay, there's a part 2!" :-). And I did enjoy reading it and seeing the pictures. What an interesting feature that kaarsenkroon is. A special way to portray life back then. Thank you for always including the sources. I bookmarked the church one - I need to time my visit well so I can get to ring the churchbell myself and access the tower. My ancestors would ring the churchbells and my last name means "bell" in Swiss German (random fact ;-)).
I just talked to a friend in Maine who mentioned how cold it's gonna get. I hope you and Luna stay warm.
If you go to that area, you can include Kampen en the beautiful small town of Elburg.
Noted. Thanks!
A lovely, much-appreciated diversion from "the news." The kaarsenkroon is so beautiful (as is everything) and reminds me of the 'horos' in the Greek Orthodox Church. :)
Thank you!
How incredibly beautiful --the Kerk and its candle crown and what fascinating tales about the people, animals & creatures that surround it.
Thank you 😊
Thank you Clarisse, Glad you enjoyed it, perhaps you will visit it someday.
Definitely on my list of must see!! Has been too long since I’ve been in Holland.
It's nice to combine with Deventer, a beautiful bigger city that's very nearby
Alex, this chandelier is a marvel. Love the thoughtfulness of each image. Fascinating to see who and what was important at its creation.
And it's a bit of a mystery too, I like that. Some small parts were lost in the Second World War when it was buried in sand, but some parts got wet and didn't survive the humidity.
It’s fascinating how objects were saved during the Second World War…carefully preserved to somehow survive. The faith in the future and will to live is extraordinary and admirable.