#romanesque cathedral

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Capital depicting the suicide of Judas, by the sculptor Gislebertus, ca. 1120–1135

Saint-Lazare Cathedral, Autun, France

Cancre, Wikimedia Commons

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Interior of the Lantern Tower of Ely Cathedral, Cambridgeshire, England

(Peter Li)

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The Door To Duomo ᘛ∎✠∎ᘚ

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Cathedral of Pistoia, Italy.

March 23, 2024

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Catedral de la Almudena, Madrid

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Baptismal Font at St Mark's Basilica by Antonietta Brandeis

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růžové a modré

Prague, Czechia

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The Duomo of Verona.

March 27, 2024

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Cattedrale di San Sabino, Bari

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GREAT PORTALS

1/ Portal of Saint-Pierre, Moissac Abbey, France

It dates back to the 12th century and has detailed carvings showing biblical stories and imaginary creatures. This portal is considered one of the most important works of medieval religious art and architecture because of its complexity and symbolic nature.

2/ Portal of Saint-Trophime, Arles Cathedral, France

it comprises complex reliefs illustrating biblical scenes and saints. What makes the portal extraordinary is the fact that it has a lot of details expressed through figures which are very emotional and alive. It shows how much people were dedicated to art and religion during that time.

3/ Portal of Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, Spain

Carved in the 12th century, it contains a deep symbolism in the reliefs and the depicted scenes from the Bible, the lives of saints, and ultimately, the statue of Saint James himself. The portal stood as a symbol of the spiritual journey of pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela.

4/ Portal of Chartres Cathedral, France

It is adorned with monumental complexity, containing depictions of biblical stories and celestial figures. The complexity of the detail and spiritual emblem of the portal are considered to be the quintessence of the masters of the Middle Ages and the importance of the cathedral as a place of pilgrimage.

5/ Portal of Notre-Dame de Paris, France

It showcases complex sculptures. Depicting biblical scenes and saints. The portal's architectural grandeur and detailed craftsmanship contribute to awe-inspiring beauty of one of world's most iconic cathedrals.

6/ Portal of Modena Cathedral, Italy

it has skillful carvings full of scenes from Bible and other real life events. The composition of its reliefs and figures’ expressiveness showcase what masterly hands were used by Italian medieval artists when creating this portal.

7/ Portal of Amiens Cathedral, France

crafted in the 13th century. It showcases intricate carvings depicting biblical scenes. Saints and symbolic imagery. The portal's soaring arches and detailed reliefs exemplify the grandeur and spiritual significance of one of Europe's largest medieval cathedrals.

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Zamora Cathedral, Zamora, Castile & León, Spain

Catedral de Zamora, Zamora, Castilla y León, España

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Neo Gothic Facade of Florence Cathedral 🏛️

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Cathedral of Bari, Italy

March 9, 2024