28/04/2011

York Minster welcomes the members of the Northern Branch of the Guild of Glass Engravers who will be showcasing the detailed art form of engraved glass, starting 4th May through to 2nd June.

The exhibition will be on view in the Minster's Crypt and will cover a diversity of engraving styles and designs to delight the eye. Highlighting the exhibition are special demonstrations of the glass engraving by skilled artists on the 14th and 21st May between 10am to 4pm and a presentation on Engraved Glass on 14th May at 2pm by Charles Hajdamach, a leading authority of Engraved glass, at the Minster School. Anyone wishing to attend the 14th May presentation should make enquiries to the Northern Branch Secretary on 01748 812062. Tickets cost £5 per person.

The Guild of Glass Engravers promotes creative design and craftsmanship in glass and acts as a forum for the development of glass engraving.

The exhibits may be purchased via the Guild Website or by contacting the Northern Branch Secretary on 01748 812062.

Entry to the exhibition is free after admission to York Minster. For more information on the Guild of Glass Engravers, visit http://www.gge.org.uk/  For more information on upcoming events at York Minster, visit http://www.yorkminster.org/calendar .
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For further information or images, contact Lisa Sinclair: 0844 9390014, 07843 339979.

Images of the engraving, Chapter House ceiling by Sandra Snaddon and Crown of Thorns by Dawn Douglas, provided by the Northern Branch of the Guild of Glass Engravers.