Chartres Cathedral: the Royal Portal on the west front
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Artist/Photographer | Neurdein Freres |
Country | France |
City | Chartres |
Subject Date | 1150 |
Image Date | 1870 |
View | Exterior |
Style | Gothic |
Medium | Photoprint |
Library Reference | 30862 |
Orientation | Landscape |
Colour Info | Colour |
Credit | RIBA Collections |
Subject | Cathedrals ; Decorative stonework ; Doors ; Entrances ; Sculpture |
NOTES: Dedicated in 1260, this cathedral is an exemplar of the French High Gothic style. The west portal, known virtually since its completion as the Royal Portal, was carved by 1150.
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