Pulpit
The pulpit fulfils a special function in the Old Church. From this spot, preachers have addressed the faithful every week for centuries. Apart from being functional, however, the pulpit in the Old Church is also highly artistic.
Perspective
The current main pulpit in the middle of the church dates from the year 1548. It is not known who made the pulpit. However, by playing with perspective and working in great detail, the makers managed to make it one of the most beautiful pulpits in the Netherlands.
Not demolished
Despite the Iconoclasts demolishing everything ‘Roman’ from the church in 1566 and 1572, the pulpit was spared. As such, everyone can still enjoy its beautiful carvings and symbolism. Next to the main pulpit from 1548 there is a somewhat smaller pulpit in one of the corners of the church.
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Stained-glass windows
A series of beautiful stained-glass windows complete the Old Church's striking appearance. When the sun shines in through these 'stories of glass' it creates an impressive spectacle of light, lines and colours.
Organs
The Oude Kerk has a long organ history. As early as the sixteenth century, the Protestant congregation of Delft had two here. Unfortunately, these were lost in the city fire of 1536. Later organs didn't make it into the twenty-first century either. Today, you have three pipe organs in the Oude Kerk; each is distinguished by its unique construction and sound.
Graves & Epitaphs
Marble is a stone that lends itself well to ornate sculpture. This is evident from the various beautiful tombs and memorials in the Old Church.
Pulpit
The pulpit fulfils a special function in the Old Church. From this spot, preachers have addressed the faithful every week for centuries. Apart from being functional, however, the pulpit in the Old Church is also highly artistic.