Credence table - memorial to Herbert James Stebbeings


Identifer
ASJ2023.52

Physical Description
Carved credence table in sanctuary (a small table set in sanctuary of churches, on which the vessels and elements for Holy Communion are placed before the beginning of the service). Inscription:
IN MEMORY OF HERBERT JAMES STEBBINGS 1861 - 1941
Historical Details
Herbert Stebbeings died in 1941. See linked biography. As his wife Sarah lived on until 1954, it is assumed the table was commissioned by her.
Materials
wood - Tasmanian oak
Dating of Item
1941 to present

Database Date:            Faculty Date:

December 11 2023;
Online Sources

Related Collection
St. John's Church Historical Items
Related People or Organisations
Herbert J Stebbeings
Sarah Stebbeings (nee Ralph)