Divinity School, Medieval university building at Bodleian Libraries, Oxford, England
The Divinity School features stone vaulted ceilings with 455 carved bosses and Gothic windows stretching along both sides of the rectangular hall.
Construction of the Divinity School began in 1427 under Richard Winchcombe's supervision and took 56 years to complete as the first purpose-built structure for university teaching.
The building served as the primary location for theological lectures, oral examinations, and academic discussions during the medieval period of Oxford University.
Visitors can access the Divinity School through the Bodleian Libraries entrance, with guided tours available throughout the day showing the medieval architecture.
The ceiling displays intricate lierne vaulting designed by William Orchard in the 1480s, connecting to Duke Humfrey's Library on the first floor.
Location: England
Inception: 1427
Part of: Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford
GPS coordinates: 51.75410,-1.25445
Latest update: March 4, 2025 07:30
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