Stand for sand glass

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This iron stand for a sand glass dates from the 18th century. It comes from an unknown church.

Stand for a sand-glass

The preaching of God's word was central to Presbyterian worship. During the course of a Sunday the minister might preach three separate sermons, at great length and without notes, timing himself with an hour glass.

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• Online ID: 000-100-000-407-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.KJ 42
• Date: 18th century
  
• Material: Stand, sand glass
  
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• What: Stand, sand glass
  
• Subject: Ecclesiastical, miscellaneous, vestments (NMAS Classification)
  
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