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Rose Window at Basilica Ste. Clotilde in Paris by Beausoleil
Ste. Clotilde was consecrated on the 30th November 1857 and dedicated to Ste. Clotilde, wife of Clovis, the first Christian King of France, and to Ste. Valerie. In 1897, 1,400 years after the baptism of Clovis, the sanctuary was granted the status of minor basilica by Pope Leon XIII. The style is neo-Gothic and walking into the church is a thrill. There are also free organ recitals on the famous organ after the 11 AM Mass each Sunday and the church is a venue for many concerts. We attended the Faurék "Requiem" there on our first night in Paris on one visit. What a great way to start a visit to Paris!
- 27 May 2019 - Paris 7e Arrondissement, France
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Chartres Cathedral, south transept rose window, c. 1221–1230 by Beausoleil
Books have been written about Chartres Cathedral and I encourage you to read some of them. It is my absolute favorite cathedral in the entire world (not that my research pool is terribly large) and I'm not sure what it is that attracts me. The first time we visited Chartres was fortunately a sunny day so the stained glass was spectacular. However, I was more struck by the floor of the ancient church. It was very worn stone and the sun shining through the stained glass windows onto the floor worn slick by 800 years of feet caught my imagination. I could not begin to imagine the number of people who had trod the floor before me and who would continue to walk there long after I had left. There are 176 stained glass windows and the color most overwhelming is the famous Chartres blue. I'm not sure if the windows or their reflections on the floor or the white choir screen are the more beautiful. Another thing that enchanted me on my first viewing that still delights me after many years is the beautiful white choir screen. It's a later addition to the church having been finished in 1714 but the perfection of the tiny stories in stone surrounding the altar is sheer magic. It has recently been cleaned so is even more beautiful than previously.
- 24 May 2019 - Chartres, France
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Detail of stained glass in Chartres Cathedral by Beausoleil
Books have been written about Chartres Cathedral and I encourage you to read some of them. It is my absolute favorite cathedral in the entire world (not that my research pool is terribly large) and I'm not sure what it is that attracts me. The first time we visited Chartres was fortunately a sunny day so the stained glass was spectacular. However, I was more struck by the floor of the ancient church. It was very worn stone and the sun shining through the stained glass windows onto the floor worn slick by 800 years of feet caught my imagination. I could not begin to imagine the number of people who had trod the floor before me and who would continue to walk there long after I had left. There are 176 stained glass windows and the color most overwhelming is the famous Chartres blue. I'm not sure if the windows or their reflections on the floor or the white choir screen are the more beautiful. Another thing that enchanted me on my first viewing that still delights me after many years is the beautiful white choir screen. It's a later addition to the church having been finished in 1714 but the perfection of the tiny stories in stone surrounding the altar is sheer magic. It has recently been cleaned so is even more beautiful than previously.
- 24 May 2019 - Chartres, France
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Jedburgh Abbey in Scotland by Beausoleil
One of four great abbeys established in the Scottish Borders in the 1100s. Jedburgh is renowned for its unusual mix of Romanesque and early Gothic architecture. They have recently recreated the Cloister gardens and they are lovely. There is a small museum attached. Also, if you are an English Heritage member, you can get in Jedburgh Abbey for half price. You have to ask and present your card.
- 8 September 2018 - The Scottish Borders, United Kingdom
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The Rose Window at Killerton Chapel by Beausoleil
Architect C.R.Cockrell, renowned for his classical style, was commissioned to build the chapel at Killerton. He reluctantly agreed to copy the Norman chapel of St Joseph of Arimathea at Glastonbury; however, he and Sir Acland differed often about the design and the construction. Inside it is very unusual in that the seats are on either side facing each other instead of facing the altar. There is some beautiful stained glass, especially the Rose Window that is a copy of a 12th century Rose Window at Barfreston.
- 14 May 2018 - East Devon District, United Kingdom
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Rose Window in Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Truro by Beausoleil
Truro Cathedral is one of only three cathedrals in the UK which has three spires. It was completed in 1910 and is Gothic Revival in style. There are 78 stained glass windows and a beautiful carved stone reredos by Nathaniel Hitch behind the high altar.
- 7 May 2018 - Carrick District, United Kingdom
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Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Truro - Main Aisle by Beausoleil
Truro Cathedral is one of only three cathedrals in the UK which has three spires. It was completed in 1910 and is Gothic Revival in style. There are 78 stained glass windows and a beautiful carved stone reredos by Nathaniel Hitch behind the high altar.
- 7 May 2018 - Carrick District, United Kingdom
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Rose Window in Truro Cathedral by Beausoleil
Truro Cathedral is one of only three cathedrals in the UK which has three spires. It was completed in 1910 and is Gothic Revival in style. There are 78 stained glass windows and a beautiful carved stone reredos by Nathaniel Hitch behind the high altar.
- 7 May 2018 - Carrick District, United Kingdom
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Rose Window (modern) of Cathédrale Saint-Étienne in Cahors by Beausoleil
The Cathedral in Cahors is a national monument. It is an example of the transition between late Romanesque and Gothic architecture. The stained glass inside the church is both ancient and modern and well worth a visit.
- 19 September 2017 - Cahors, France
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Cathédrale Saint-Étienne in Cahors by Beausoleil
The Cathedral in Cahors is a national monument. It is an example of the transition between late Romanesque and Gothic architecture. The cloisters are lovely and very peaceful. The stained glass inside the church is both ancient and modern and well worth a visit.
- 19 September 2017 - Cahors, France
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Cathedral St. André in Bordeaux by Beausoleil
This is the main entrance to the Cathedral on Place Pey-Berland.
- 10 September 2017 - Bordeaux, France
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One of the Rose Windows in Notre Dame de Paris by Beausoleil
- 22 June 2014 - Paris 4e Arrondissement, France
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Hotel de Sully architectural detail by Beausoleil
The courtyard and library are open at Hôtel de Sully and this window is on display.
- 19 June 2014 - Paris 4e Arrondissement, France
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North Transcept Rose Window at Basilique Cathédrale de Saint-Denis by Beausoleil
This is the Rose Window in the North Transcept of the Basilique Cathédrale de Saint-Denis
- 14 June 2014 - St.-Denis, France
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Interior of the Chapel with an exhibit of WWII Memorabilia by Beausoleil
There was an exhibit of WWI memorabilia when we visited the lovely chapel at Château de Vincennes, modeled after Ste. Chapelle in Paris.
- 13 June 2014 - Vincennes, France
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Rose Window at Basilique Sainte Clotilde by Beausoleil
- 4 June 2014 - Paris 7e Arrondissement, France
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