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{{Infobox church
[[Image:Nordenskirker Assens(01).jpg|thumb|300px|Church of Our Lady in Assens ]]
| church name = Church of Our Lady
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The '''Church of Our Lady''' in [[Assens, Denmark|Assens]] is the second largest [[church (building)|church]] on the island of [[Fyn|Funen]], [[Denmark]]. It is a [[Church of Denmark]] parish church.
| denomination = [[Church of Denmark]]
| native_name = Vor Frue Kirke
| native_name_lang = Danish
| founded date = 1488
| parish = Assens Sogn
| deanery = Assens Provsti
| diocese = [[Diocese of Funen]]
| previous denomination = [[Roman Catholic Church]]
| country = [[Denmark]]
| location = Damgade 17, 5610 [[Assens, Denmark
|Assens]]
| image = Nordenskirker Assens(01).jpg
}}

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The '''Church of Our Lady''' in [[Assens, Denmark|Assens is located on (Fyn)]]. It is a [[Church of Denmark]] parish church.


==History==
==History==
[[Image:Nordenskirker Assens(24).jpg|thumb|150px|left|monstrance ]]
[[Image:Nordenskirker Assens(24).jpg|thumb|150px|left|monstrance]]
The main chapel on the north side of the church and the lower, square part of the tower are remains of a [[Romanesque architecture|Romanesque]] church. In 1488 the church stood in its present form. The [[Catholicism|Catholic]] past of the building is heralded in a [[monstrance]], now located to the right of the altar, and a [[Holy water font|stoup]] in what was then the [[Church porch|porch]].<ref name=vorfruekirke>{{cite web|url=http://assenskirke.dk/?page_id=117|title=Om Vor Frue Kirke|language=English|publisher=Vor Frue Kirke|accessdate=2012-08-28}}</ref>
The main chapel on the north side of the church and the lower, square part of the tower are remains of a [[Romanesque architecture|Romanesque]] church. In 1488 the church stood in its present form. The [[Catholicism|Catholic]] past of the building is heralded in a [[monstrance]], now located to the right of the altar, and a [[Holy water font|stoup]] in what was then the [[Church porch|porch]].<ref name=vorfruekirke>{{cite web|url=http://assenskirke.dk/?page_id=117|title=Om Vor Frue Kirke|publisher=Vor Frue Kirke|accessdate=2012-08-28}}</ref>


After the [[Reformation in Denmark–Norway and Holstein|Reformation]], it came into use as a [[protestantism|protestant church]]. It underwent rough-handed restoration work in 1842-56 and 1881-84.
After the [[Reformation in Denmark–Norway and Holstein|Reformation]], it came into use as a [[protestantism|protestant church]]. It underwent rough-handed restoration work in 1842-56 and 1881-84.


[[Image:Nordenskirker Assens(04).jpg|thumb|150px|The tower ]]
[[Image:Nordenskirker Assens(04).jpg|thumb|150px|The tower]]

==Architecture==
==Architecture==
The church is a three-nave church built in large, red brick of the type in Denmark known as monk stone (''munkesten''). Typically of [[Gothic architecture|Gothic]] churches, the roofs of the [[aisle#Church architecture|aisles]] are lower than that of the central nave, allowing light to enter through [[clerestory]] windows.
The church is a three-nave church built in large, red brick of the type in Denmark known as monk stone (''munkesten''). Typically of [[Gothic architecture|Gothic]] churches, the roofs of the [[aisle#Church architecture|aisles]] are lower than that of the central nave, allowing light to enter through [[clerestory]] windows.


The tower stands at 48 metres. Its [[octagonal]] upper part is unusual in Danish church architecture, the only similar design is that of the five towers of [[Church of Our Lady, Kalundborg|Church of Our Lady]] in [[Kalundborg]].
The tower stands at 48 metres. Its [[octagonal]] upper part is unusual in Danish church architecture, the only similar design is that of the five towers of [[Church of Our Lady, Kalundborg|Church of Our Lady]] in [[Kalundborg]].


==Furnishings==
==Furnishings==
The [[altarpiece]] dates from about 1620. The painting is from 1826 and by [[Dankvart Dreyer]]. It was a gift from the painter who was born in Assens and settled there again later in life. <ref>{{cite web|url=http://kirkeblog.natmus.dk/nyt-om-dankvart-dreyer-og-assens-kirke.html|title=Nyt om Dankvart Dreyer (og Assens Kirke)|language=Danish|publisher=Nationalmuseet|accessdate=2012-08-01}}</ref> Another work by a local artist found in the church is a marble angel created by the sculptor [[Jens Adolf Jerichau]] who was born in Assens in 1816, incidentally the same year as Dreyer.
The [[altarpiece]] dates from about 1620. The painting is from 1826 and by [[Dankvart Dreyer]]. It was a gift from the painter who was born in Assens and settled there again later in life.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://kirkeblog.natmus.dk/nyt-om-dankvart-dreyer-og-assens-kirke.html|title=Nyt om Dankvart Dreyer (og Assens Kirke)|language=Danish|publisher=Nationalmuseet|accessdate=2012-08-01}}{{Dead link|date=July 2019 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> Another work by a local artist found in the church is a marble angel created by the sculptor [[Jens Adolf Jerichau]] who was born in Assens in 1816, incidentally the same year as Dreyer.


The [[pulpit]], from the second half of the 17th century, was made in Hans Nielsen Bangs's workshop and is decorated with woodcarvings depicting scenes from the [[Passion (Christianity)|Passion]] on the sides, and nine wooden figures on the edges, probably representing nine of the disciples. Figures of the last three disciples may have decorated the stairs leading up to the pulpit. It also has an [[hour glass]] from the 18th century, probably to ensure that the priest's services did not last more than one hour.
The [[pulpit]], from the second half of the 17th century, was made in Hans Nielsen Bangs's workshop and is decorated with woodcarvings depicting scenes from the [[Passion (Christianity)|Passion]] on the sides, and nine wooden figures on the edges, probably representing nine of the disciples. Figures of the last three disciples may have decorated the stairs leading up to the pulpit. It also has an [[hour glass]] from the 18th century, probably to ensure that the priest's services did not last more than one hour.
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The pews are from 2007. Individual chairs were introduced as seating in the early 1940s. They have an integrated sound system in the backrests and heated seats.<ref name=vorfruekirke/>
The pews are from 2007. Individual chairs were introduced as seating in the early 1940s. They have an integrated sound system in the backrests and heated seats.<ref name=vorfruekirke/>


<center><gallery widths=170px heights=140px>
<gallery class="center" widths=170px heights=140px>
File:Assens church - altar..jpg|The altar
File:Assens church - altar..jpg|The altar
File:Nordenskirker Assens(07).jpg|Altar piece
File:Nordenskirker Assens(07).jpg|Altar piece
File:Nordenskirker Assens(12).jpg|Pulpit
File:Nordenskirker Assens(12).jpg|Pulpit
File:Nordenskirker Assens(19).jpg|Font
File:Nordenskirker Assens(19).jpg|Bronze font, 1910
File:Nordenskirker Assens(23).jpg|Jerichau's marble angel
File:Nordenskirker Assens(23).jpg|Jerichau's marble angel
</gallery></center>
</gallery>


==Burials==
==Burials==
More than 450 people were buried inside the church in the 18th century. Some were covered with richly decorated tomb stones while others were covered with brick or simple wooden planks. All the burials were removed from the church in the beginning of the 19th century when burials inside churches were abolished due to health risk. The tomb stones were then placed along the external walls of the church.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nordenskirker.dk/Tidligere/Assens_kirke/Assens_kirke.htm|title=Assens kirke|language=Danish|publisher=nordenskirker.dk|accessdate=2012-07-28}}</ref>
More than 450 people were buried inside the church in the 18th century. Some were covered with richly decorated tomb stones while others were covered with brick or simple wooden planks. All the burials were removed from the church in the beginning of the 19th century when burials inside churches were abolished due to health risk. The tomb stones were then placed along the external walls of the church.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nordenskirker.dk/Tidligere/Assens_kirke/Assens_kirke.htm|title=Assens kirke|language=Danish|publisher=nordenskirker.dk|accessdate=2012-07-28|archive-date=2011-01-31|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110131095058/http://nordenskirker.dk/Tidligere/Assens_kirke/Assens_kirke.htm|url-status=dead}}</ref>


==Panoramas==
==Panoramas==
[[Image:Assens church interior panorama 2..jpg|thumbnail|center|600px|Interior panorama showing the chancel, altar and altar piece ]]
[[Image:Assens church interior panorama 2..jpg|thumbnail|center|600px|Interior panorama showing the chancel, altar and altar piece]]


[[Image:Assens church interior panorama..jpg|thumbnail|center|600px|Interior panorama showing the pulpit ]]
[[Image:Assens church interior panorama..jpg|thumbnail|center|600px|Interior panorama showing the pulpit]]


==References==
==References==
{{reflist}}
{{Reflist}}


==External links==
==External links==
{{Commons category|Vor Frue Kirke (Assens Kommune)}}
{{Commons category|Vor Frue Kirke (Assens)}}
* [http://assenskirke.dk/ Official website]
* [http://assenskirke.dk/ Official website]


{{Assens Municipaity}}
{{Assens Municipality}}
{{Funen}}
{{Funen}}
{{Authority control}}
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[[Category:Churches in Denmark]]
[[Category:Buildings and structures in Assens Municipality]]
[[Category:Buildings and structures in Assens Municipality]]
[[Category:Gothic architecture in Denmark]]
[[Category:Gothic architecture in Denmark]]
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[[Category:Churches in Funen]]
[[Category:Churches in Region of Southern Denmark]]
[[Category:Tourist attractions in Assens Municipality]]
[[Category:Lutheran churches converted from Roman Catholicism]]
[[Category:Churches in the diocese of Funen]]

Latest revision as of 21:34, 8 December 2024

Church of Our Lady
Vor Frue Kirke
Map
LocationDamgade 17, 5610 [[Assens, Denmark |Assens]]
CountryDenmark
DenominationChurch of Denmark
Previous denominationRoman Catholic Church
History
Founded1488
Administration
DioceseDiocese of Funen
DeaneryAssens Provsti
ParishAssens Sogn

The Church of Our Lady in Assens is located on (Fyn). It is a Church of Denmark parish church.

History

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monstrance

The main chapel on the north side of the church and the lower, square part of the tower are remains of a Romanesque church. In 1488 the church stood in its present form. The Catholic past of the building is heralded in a monstrance, now located to the right of the altar, and a stoup in what was then the porch.[1]

After the Reformation, it came into use as a protestant church. It underwent rough-handed restoration work in 1842-56 and 1881-84.

The tower

Architecture

[edit]

The church is a three-nave church built in large, red brick of the type in Denmark known as monk stone (munkesten). Typically of Gothic churches, the roofs of the aisles are lower than that of the central nave, allowing light to enter through clerestory windows.

The tower stands at 48 metres. Its octagonal upper part is unusual in Danish church architecture, the only similar design is that of the five towers of Church of Our Lady in Kalundborg.

Furnishings

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The altarpiece dates from about 1620. The painting is from 1826 and by Dankvart Dreyer. It was a gift from the painter who was born in Assens and settled there again later in life.[2] Another work by a local artist found in the church is a marble angel created by the sculptor Jens Adolf Jerichau who was born in Assens in 1816, incidentally the same year as Dreyer.

The pulpit, from the second half of the 17th century, was made in Hans Nielsen Bangs's workshop and is decorated with woodcarvings depicting scenes from the Passion on the sides, and nine wooden figures on the edges, probably representing nine of the disciples. Figures of the last three disciples may have decorated the stairs leading up to the pulpit. It also has an hour glass from the 18th century, probably to ensure that the priest's services did not last more than one hour.

The wrought iron balustrade of the altar rails feature a crossed hammer and key, the trademark of King Christian IV's court smith, Casper Finck.

The pews are from 2007. Individual chairs were introduced as seating in the early 1940s. They have an integrated sound system in the backrests and heated seats.[1]

  • The altar
    The altar
  • Altar piece
    Altar piece
  • Pulpit
    Pulpit
  • Bronze font, 1910
    Bronze font, 1910
  • Jerichau's marble angel
    Jerichau's marble angel

Burials

[edit]

More than 450 people were buried inside the church in the 18th century. Some were covered with richly decorated tomb stones while others were covered with brick or simple wooden planks. All the burials were removed from the church in the beginning of the 19th century when burials inside churches were abolished due to health risk. The tomb stones were then placed along the external walls of the church.[3]

Panoramas

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Interior panorama showing the chancel, altar and altar piece
Interior panorama showing the pulpit

References

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  1. ^ a b "Om Vor Frue Kirke". Vor Frue Kirke. Retrieved 2012-08-28.
  2. ^ "Nyt om Dankvart Dreyer (og Assens Kirke)" (in Danish). Nationalmuseet. Retrieved 2012-08-01.[permanent dead link‍]
  3. ^ "Assens kirke" (in Danish). nordenskirker.dk. Archived from the original on 2011-01-31. Retrieved 2012-07-28.
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