"The bible was illuminated on vellum by the Sarum Master, one of the greatest artists of his time, and today it was formally celebrated at the cathedral with a thanksgiving service attended by donors after more than £100,000 was raised in the appeal to buy it and pay for conservation and a publication to help scholars and students learn about this masterpiece and Salisbury’s role as a key cultural centre in England.”.
A stunning medieval bible in danger of being lost abroad is finally today on display after being returned to Salisbury cathedral 700 years after it was made in the city by one of the greatest artists of the 13th century.
The Master of Sarum bible was saved after a campaign by Friends of the Nations’ Libraries FNL, and a global fundraising appeal by The Independent.
The King will be so pleased that through his charity volunteers and the public have combined to back his charity after a brilliant appeal to safe keep a literary treasure and all at no cost to the public.
The Very Revd Nicholas Papadopulos, Dean of Salisbury, said: “We are thrilled to be sharing this important and beautiful Bible with our many visitors to the Cathedral.
