Arts & Culture
The Symbolism of Color in Medieval Stained Glass Windows
Quick fact
Blue, derived from the rare gemstone lapis lazuli, was so expensive that the Virgin Mary's blue robes signified her status as 'Queen of Heaven'—a color only the most important figures could wear.
Why this is interesting
Imagine standing inside a medieval cathedral, surrounded by a kaleidoscope of jewel-toned light. But those glowing blues and reds weren't just beautiful—they were a sacred code, each color a word in a divine conversation.