John Cameron Memorial Window


Identifer
ASJ2022.07

Physical Description
Cameron,  John (1838-1866). Strong supporter of St John’s, he purchased a new East window for the 1866 chancel extension but died before it arrived. Given in his memory by daughter Emma.  Now (since 1938) central window in upper south wall of nave – subject “The Ascension”.
 
Historical Details
Made by Ferguson and Urie in Melbourne, this window was first installed in the then new chancel at east end of the old St. John's Church. When this was demolished around 1908, it was stored before being temporarily installed in the north wall of the old nave, before being relocated to the present location when the nave was rebuilt in 1938.
It is a splendid example of the craft of stained glass making during the height of the gothic revival period.
Materials
stained and painted glass, lead cames
Dating of Item
1868 - 2022

Database Date:            Faculty Date:

October 30 2022;;1866;
Online Sources

Related Collection
Stained Glass of St. John's and All Saints Churches
Related People or Organisations
John Cameron
Ferguson and Urie