The image shows the entrance of the Cathedral of Chartres with its Gothic architectural details. The horizon is at about one-third from the top, with a tree line and faint clouds in the sky. The precise rendering showcases intricate sculptures on the large stone facade. The color palette consists of various shades of gray and sepia tones. The scene includes the steps to the cathedral entrance, a row of trees, and a building with a window to the right.

Planche XII – Cathédrale de Chartres, Portique du Midi (Plate XII – Chartres Cathedral, South Entrance)

1855, printed 1982

Medium: photogravure
Classification: Photograph
Period: 1851 to 1875
Image size: 9415 × 7107px

Description

The image shows the entrance of the Cathedral of Chartres with its Gothic architectural details. The horizon is at about one-third from the top, with a tree line and faint clouds in the sky. The precise rendering showcases intricate sculptures on the large stone facade. The color palette consists of various shades of gray and sepia tones. The scene includes the steps to the cathedral entrance, a row of trees, and a building with a window to the right.

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Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).

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