Planche XIII – Cathédrale de Chartres, Statues Colonnes de la Porte Centrale du Portail Royal (Plate XIII – Chartres Cathedral, Statue Columns in the Central Door of the Royal Entrance)

Charles Nègre, André Jammes

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a section of the ornate façade of the Cathédrale de Chartres, featuring sculptures carved into the architecture. The sculptures depict standing figures in flowing robes, arranged in a vertical alignment on engaged columns. The material is stone with intricate detail and a dark, weathered grey color. The figures are life-sized and typical of Gothic cathedral architecture. Surrounding carvings include smaller figures and ornamental designs, emphasizing vertical lines and pointed arches. The composition reflects the architectural style of the cathedral, placing the viewer in front of this section.