This window is also by Alexander Gibbs and, like the previous window, was installed in 1874. It contains two images: Christ the Good Shepherd at the top, and below surrounded by children, recalling his injunction to ‘Suffer the little children to come unto me’.
Note how two of the glazing bars are bent around babies in the image, so as not to interfere with the design.
Alexander Gibbs was from a family of talented and prolific stained glass designers. He started his own business in 1858, an enterprise that continued until 1915.
We hope you have enjoyed this tour of Romsey Abbey's stained glass. Before you leave, please visit the Abbey's gift shop and bookstall. These are packed full of cards, gifts, souvenirs of your visit and a wide selection of books. Please do browse and buy!
It costs at least £1400 a day to maintain this magnificent building that hosts so many services and festivals, musical and cultural events as well as educational activities. If you have enjoyed your visit, please make a donation towards the upkeep of this beautiful place or, perhaps, consider becoming a Friend of Romsey Abbey.
Thank you.
