Carving
The majority of the carvings in the chapel were executed by Frederick Gurnsey (1863-1953). Later carvings were done in conjunction with Jake Vivian, who was Gurnsey’s only articled apprentice and who joined him in 1926, or by Vivian alone.
Frederick Gurnsey (left) had a studio at 180 Fendalton Road and was a most influential and gifted carver and sculptor. Many of his works can be found in ecclesiastical and public buildings and monuments. These include the Christchurch Anglican Cathedral and the Bridge of Remembrance.