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Bishop's Palace, Wells, dragon on main stair

The main range staircase would originally have been stone but that was replaced in the early 17th century with a very fine timber stair around an open well. It is guarded top and bottom by a set of fearsome dragons carrying the bishops' coat of arms.

Copyright: 
University of London
Image Caption: 
Bishop's Palace, Wells, dragon on main stair
Asset Author: 
Mary Siraut