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.

History of Seez Cathedral, France;

          The cathedral in Seez has a rich history dating back to Roman times and it's said to have been built where an old pagan temple once stood. Over the centuries, several churches were constructed on the same spot. The one standing now is built during 13th century.

The Seez cathedral which was built in the 13th century is of Gothic style. During the time of building this church, it’s leaders wanted to make this church look as impressive as monasteries with fancy windows & towers, but they didn't have enough budget for this massive church yet they managed to build a grand church sacrificing the strong foundation. As the result of this weak construction the cathedral's sanctuary vault collapsed in the 14th century. They tried to make it stronger by adding support structures, but it kept getting worse. Even recent repairs haven't fixed all the issues. So the church needed a lot of fixes over time and the fixes has become an on going process..

Despite its challenges and ongoing repairs, the Seez Cathedral remains a remarkable piece of architectural work, cherished for its stunning Gothic beauty since 13th Century.

The work drawings showed in the print are listed below;

Fig. 1 & 2 Bays, with windows

Fig. 3 & 4 chapels opening to the north

Fig. 5 chapels opening to the south.

Fig. 6& 7 Windows of aisles north & south of choir

Fig. 8 & 9 Window North & south transept.

Fig. 10 Lower portion of Fig. 8 enlarged, with profile of its mouldings

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Product Details:

SKUID: PPE0018 

Product Name: Medieval Architecture & Art-SEEZ - Plate 6 -Steel Engraving (PG-70)

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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