The 10ft high exhibit is made up of over 100 individually sculpted glass feathers by artist Layne Rowe. The glass ‘angel’ wings are to support visitors and worshippers as they remember loved ones and contemplate all that has happened over the past year.
The sculpture is made up of around 100 glass feathers, each one has been individually hot sculpted and hung from the bones of the wings, which have been forged in iron by artist Ryan Harms.
The wings represent what the Cathedrals are for many: strength, freedom, protection and spirituality.
Layne Rowe, the artist, installed the exhibit himself. “I want these glass wings to be a symbol of freedom, unity, strength and power. A focus for people of all faiths and none, to remember the loss of loved ones and contemplate the effects of the pandemic. Surrounded by the magnificent architecture at Ely Cathedral, the light projected through the vast window of the Lady Chapel, really brings the wings to life”.
It is hoped this project will reach out to many audiences and help highlight the awareness of Covid and the impact it has had. The pandemic has affected everyone in some way and the emotional connection the public have to the virus will foster a very personal experience for everyone who sees it.
The huge majestic wings are on display in the Lady Chapel and create an awe-inspiring visual experience. They have been installed it in such a way that the public will have the opportunity to take pictures of each other in front of the wings, to make them look like angels.
The installation will be on display at Ely Cathedral from now until 16th August 2021.
For further information, including visitor tickets and opening times, please visit www.elycathedral.org
Press release from Ely Cathedral
Artist Layne Rowe and Jocelyn Palmer, Events Manger at Ely Cathedral, in front of the installation. Solace in the Lady Chapel at Ely Cathedral
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