Communion Flagon
1870-1871 (made)
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The term 'flagon' dates from the 17th century and was used to describe any vessel for serving wine. In church, the flagon replenished the communion cups or chalices. This flagon, with a matching chalice, was among the church plate exhibited by the church furnishing firm of Cox & Son at the International Exhibition of 1871. The previous year the company had won a prize at a Society of Arts competition for art-workmanship when it showed communion services. The flagon may have been made for this competition.
People
This flagon was probably designed by the architect George Goldie ( 1828-1887 ). His London architectural practice, Goldie & Child, was responsible for the design of many new Roman Catholic churches including the Church of the Assumption in Kensington Square.
Time
Religious revivalism in Victorian England which sought to reinstate the ceremonial aspect of services in Anglican churches and the growth of Roman Catholicism led by propagandists such as the architect, A.W.N. Pugin, increased the demand for church furnishings. By 1870 the catalogue of Cox & Son, who made this flagon, claimed to be able to supply 800 designs of furniture, Gothic metalwork, carpets and hangings by 'eminent church designers'. The flagon, advertised in a later catalogue, cost 75 guineas and was one of the most expensive items for sale.
The term 'flagon' dates from the 17th century and was used to describe any vessel for serving wine. In church, the flagon replenished the communion cups or chalices. This flagon, with a matching chalice, was among the church plate exhibited by the church furnishing firm of Cox & Son at the International Exhibition of 1871. The previous year the company had won a prize at a Society of Arts competition for art-workmanship when it showed communion services. The flagon may have been made for this competition.
People
This flagon was probably designed by the architect George Goldie ( 1828-1887 ). His London architectural practice, Goldie & Child, was responsible for the design of many new Roman Catholic churches including the Church of the Assumption in Kensington Square.
Time
Religious revivalism in Victorian England which sought to reinstate the ceremonial aspect of services in Anglican churches and the growth of Roman Catholicism led by propagandists such as the architect, A.W.N. Pugin, increased the demand for church furnishings. By 1870 the catalogue of Cox & Son, who made this flagon, claimed to be able to supply 800 designs of furniture, Gothic metalwork, carpets and hangings by 'eminent church designers'. The flagon, advertised in a later catalogue, cost 75 guineas and was one of the most expensive items for sale.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Silver, parcel-gilt, engraved, chased and set with gems and enamel plaques |
| Brief description | Communion Flagon |
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| Gallery label | British Galleries:
This flagon, which was designed to hold wine for an Anglican (Church of England) communion service, was advertised in Cox and Son's 1872 catalogue for 75 guineas (£78.75p). It was one of the most expensive in their range. Thomas Cox had established a church-furnishing business in 1837. By 1870 Cox and Son produced embroidery, church plate, stained glass and furniture.(27/03/2003) |
| Object history | Probably designed by George C. Goldie (born in York, 1828, probably died in London, 1887) of Messrs Goldie and Child and made in London by Cox & Son Shown at the London International Exhibition of 1871 |
| Summary | Object Type The term 'flagon' dates from the 17th century and was used to describe any vessel for serving wine. In church, the flagon replenished the communion cups or chalices. This flagon, with a matching chalice, was among the church plate exhibited by the church furnishing firm of Cox & Son at the International Exhibition of 1871. The previous year the company had won a prize at a Society of Arts competition for art-workmanship when it showed communion services. The flagon may have been made for this competition. People This flagon was probably designed by the architect George Goldie ( 1828-1887 ). His London architectural practice, Goldie & Child, was responsible for the design of many new Roman Catholic churches including the Church of the Assumption in Kensington Square. Time Religious revivalism in Victorian England which sought to reinstate the ceremonial aspect of services in Anglican churches and the growth of Roman Catholicism led by propagandists such as the architect, A.W.N. Pugin, increased the demand for church furnishings. By 1870 the catalogue of Cox & Son, who made this flagon, claimed to be able to supply 800 designs of furniture, Gothic metalwork, carpets and hangings by 'eminent church designers'. The flagon, advertised in a later catalogue, cost 75 guineas and was one of the most expensive items for sale. |
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| Accession number | CIRC.126-1964 |
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| Record created | March 27, 2003 |
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