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Chartres Cathedral

Henri Le Secq

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts tall, elongated figures, likely saints or apostles, each adorned with intricate robes. The material appears to be stone with a weathered patina. The figures are in high relief against architectural columns. Each figure has a solemn expression and elongated proportions. The detailing includes halos and patterns on the robes and columns.

Artwork Details

Date
1852, printed 1870
Medium
photolithograph
Dimensions
8273 × 12041 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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