St. Joseph

The Honan Chapel of St. Finbarr,  University College Cork,  Western Road, Cork City.   Number of Lights 1,  Window: 9 Date 1916

The Saint Joseph window (1917) is located to the right of the altar. The saint is depicted wearing a golden Jewish hat or Kippah and is cloaked in gold and red that is stunning in the sunlight.

In the top section of the window the holy family are depicted. In the bottom section Joseph’s death is illustrated, surrounded by Mary and several saints.  

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