Section 4 The Eve of Saint Agnes (1924)


Dublin City Gallery Hugh Lane, Charlemont House, Parnell Sq., Dublin.  Window: 1, Number of Lights 10,  Date 1924. Map   Web

Section 4
(panels 9 and 10)
Inscriptions:



Madeline, Saint Agnes charmed maid
With silver taper light and pious care
Full on this casement shone the wintry moon
And threw warm gules on Madeline’s fair breast

Narrative:
Angela conceals herself and Porphyro while Madeline prepares for bed. Porphyro gazes at Madeline while she sleeps with the moon shining on her breast.

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Photo credit: Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane - Text © by Lucy Costigan