Description: 

This antique black and white print is part of the study book of Medieval Architecture and Art - Volume I. It features one of the 100 plates from Volume I, containing work drawings of principal monuments of the Middle Ages by Thomas H. King, Bruges for London Bell Daldy in 1857. The purpose of these architectural plates is to provide insights into the architectural styles, techniques, and artistic influences of the medieval period. Specifically, this drawing depicts the designs of the capitals of arcading Lady chapel and choir Aisle of St. Stephen's Church, built in Auxerre, France, in the 12th century CE.

History of Auxerre and St. Stephen's Church:

        Auxerre is a city in central France, situated in the Yonne department in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region. It is known for its rich history, medieval architecture, and as an ancient bishop's seat. Auxerre was a city where bishops had a lot of power. They ruled not just the church, but also a large area that matched their diocese, including a county where many wealthy people followed their authority.

       The work  drawings showed in the print is 1/5th size of the actual capitals of the of St. Stephen cathedral in Auxerre. Also it shows how influential these bishops were.

Check out the link below for more on these medieval architectural work drawings, including their history and detailed images of the original cathedrals from France and Germany.

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Product Details:

SKUID: PPE0015

Product Name: Medieval Architecture & Art-Auxerre - Plate 13 (Capitals of arcading Lady Chapel and Choir Aisle) PG-39

Type: Antique steel engraving print

Artist: Thomas H. King

Publisher: London Bell Daldy, London

Printed By: Richard Clay, Bread Street Hill, London.

Dimensions: 

Frame: 16” x 12” x .75”; Print: 13” x 9.5”

Age: from 1857

Provenance: London

Frame:  Frame may differ. Black matted and made of Teakwood. And it has an acrylic protection in place of glass.Dimensions: 

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