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Water of Life
Water of Life
Water of Life
Water of Life
Water of Life
Water of Life
Water of Life
Water of Life
Water of Life
Water of Life
Water of Life
Water of Life
Water of Life
Water of Life

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The sculpture was commissioned for the 900th anniversary celebrations of the Cathedral. According to the artist, 'the water feature depicts the encounter between Jesus and the Woman of Samaria, showing their shared bowl overflowing with water. The theme of water also suggests a link to how the Benedictine monks water supply was at the centre of the cloister garden'.
Title

Water of Life

Date

1994

Medium

bronze

Accession number

CH1_CJ_S024

Acquisition method

commissioned by Chester Cathedral, and funded by Capital Bank

Work type

Water fountain, trough or pump

Owner

Chester Cathedral

Custodian

Chester Cathedral

Work status

extant

Unveiling date

8th May 1994

Access

time restrictions apply

Access note

Cathedral opening times

Inscription description

side 1 : JESUS SAID, 'THE WATER THAT; side 2: I SHALL GIVE WILL BE AN; side 3: INNER SPRING ALWAYS WELLING; side 4: UP FOR ETERNAL LIFE - John 4:14

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Located at

Chester Cathedral, St Werburgh Street, Chester

CH1 2DY

In the Cloister Gardens.