Chartres Cathedral: the north portal and tower
Artist/Photographer | Neurdein Freres |
Country | France |
City | Chartres |
Subject Date | 1260 |
Image Date | 1900 |
View | Exterior |
Style | Gothic |
Medium | Photoprint |
Library Reference | 28096 |
Orientation | Portrait |
Colour Info | Black and white |
Credit | RIBA Collections |
Subject | Belfries, bell towers ; Entrances ; Decorative stonework ; Towers ; Windows ; Cathedrals |
NOTES: Dedicated in 1260, this cathedral is an exemplar of the French High Gothic style. The lower part of the north tower dates from the 1134-1144 while the spire was added in 1507-1513.
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