Hezilo chandelier, Medieval wheel chandelier in Hildesheim Cathedral, Germany
The Hezilo chandelier spans 6 meters in diameter and features 72 candle holders arranged along a circular copper hoop with gilt decorations.
Bishop Hezilo commissioned this chandelier during the cathedral's reconstruction between 1054 and 1079, following substantial fire damage to the original structure.
The chandelier's design represents the New Jerusalem described in the Book of Revelation, with twelve towers and twelve gatehouses alternating around its perimeter.
The chandelier underwent extensive restoration from 2002 to 2007, requiring an investment of 1.3 million euros to preserve its structural integrity and decorative elements.
Latin inscriptions border the upper and lower edges of the hoop, while three horizontal bands display intricate openwork foliage between the inscription sections.
Location: Hildesheim
GPS coordinates: 52.14890,9.94640
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:03
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