manuel cohen

Show Navigation
  • Portfolio
  • Search (in english)
  • Reportages
  • Fine Art Prints
  • About
  • Contact
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • PicRights

Search Results

Refine Search
Match all words
Match any word
Prints
Personal Use
Royalty-Free
Rights-Managed
(leave unchecked to
search all images)
{ 107 images found }

Loading ()...

  • St Mamas preaching the gospel to the wild animals, tapestry, 1545, after a cartoon by Jean Cousin, in the north transept of the Cathedrale Saint-Mammes de Langres, or Langres Cathedral, built 1150-96 in Romanesque and Gothic styles, in Langres, Haute-Marne, France. The tapestry depicts the saint reading the gospels aloud to wild beasts, collecting the milk of the female animals to make cheese, and distributing the cheese in the town, where he is captured. It was commissioned by Claude de Longwy, bishop of Langres 1529-61, and made in Paris by Pierre Blace and Jacques Langlois. The tapestry and the cathedral are listed as historic monuments. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC21_FRANCE_MC_1121.jpg
  • St Mamas preaching the gospel to the wild animals, detail, tapestry, 1545, after a cartoon by Jean Cousin, in the north transept of the Cathedrale Saint-Mammes de Langres, or Langres Cathedral, built 1150-96 in Romanesque and Gothic styles, in Langres, Haute-Marne, France. The tapestry depicts the saint reading the gospels aloud to wild beasts, collecting the milk of the female animals to make cheese, and distributing the cheese in the town, where he is captured. It was commissioned by Claude de Longwy, bishop of Langres 1529-61, and made in Paris by Pierre Blace and Jacques Langlois. The tapestry and the cathedral are listed as historic monuments. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC21_FRANCE_MC_1045.jpg
  • Il Leone de San Marco, or The Lion of St Mark, Renaissance painting by Cima da Conegliano, 1459-1517, in the Gallerie dell’Accademia, Venice, Italy. The winged lion, symbol of the evangelist who is also patron saint of Venice, has a paw on the gospels, and is flanked by (left-right) St John the Baptist with a lamb and book, St John the Evangelist with his gospel, Mary Magdalene with her jar of ointment and St Jerome studying the scriptures. The painting is from the Palazzo Camerlenghi, by the Rialto Bridge, and was originally thought to be by Giovanni Buonsiglio. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC16_ITALY_MC_0305.jpg
  • The younger son arrives home, meets his father and begs his forgiveness, the father gestures in surprise and joy. The Return of the Prodigal Son, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC782.jpg
  • The courtesan chases the younger son away wielding a club, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC799.jpg
  • Christ Pantocrator, holding the gospel of St John and raising his hand in blessing, mosaic, in Cefalu cathedral, a 12th century Norman Romanesque cathedral decorated with Byzantine mosaic, at Cefalu, on the Tyrrhenian coast of Sicily, Italy. The presbyterian mosaics were made in the 12th century by artisans from Constantinople, centred around Christ Pantocrator, with the Virgin, archangels, apostles and evangelists. The town was founded by the Greeks, and has been populated by the Carthaginians, Romans, Arabs and Normans. This cathedral forms part of Cefalu's UNESCO World Heritage Site. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC20_ITALY_MC_078.JPG
  • The father shares his celebratory meal with his 2 sons, while a servant brings more dishes. The Reunion Feast, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC784.jpg
  • A courtesan gives orders to 2 servants to take food to the table, from The Feast in the Brothel, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC788.jpg
  • The younger son is threatened with a stick and robbed of his clothes and his last possessions, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC790.jpg
  • The older son at work in the fields with his oxen, looking jealously towards the scene of his father giving the inheritance to his brother, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC795.jpg
  • A courtesan and a servant carry food and drink to the table, from The Feast in the Brothel, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC797.jpg
  • The younger son sits in the fields with the animals and reflects on his behaviour. He repents of his sins and decides to return to his father to beg his forgiveness, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC800.jpg
  • The older son returns from the field, spade on his shoulder, and his father explains why they should rejoice and celebrate the return of his brother, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC802.jpg
  • An angel seated on clouds, accompanying Christ in Majesty at the apex of the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC804.jpg
  • The servant of the younger son refuses to accompany him. The son rides off on his white horse, wearing a white linen cap, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC778.jpg
  • The younger son is led astray and sits with a courtesan at a table in a brothel, while a servant signals for the food to be served. The Feast in the Brothel, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC779.jpg
  • The younger son, half naked and with a gesture of poverty, talks to a courtesan outside a house, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC781.jpg
  • 2 courtesans surround the younger son, 1 crowns him with a wreath of flowers while the other kisses him, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC780.jpg
  • Preparations for the celebratory feast. The father gives orders while a servant cooks in a large pot, another brings a dish and a boy turns the spindle, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC783.jpg
  • The younger son leaves with his inheritance accompanied by a servant. He rides on a horse with his dog sitting behind him, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC787.jpg
  • The younger son, naked, is put to bed by a servant, while a woman holds him around the neck, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC789.jpg
  • The younger son has nothing left and goes to see a wealthy man who gives him a job feeding his pigs in the fields, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC791.jpg
  • The younger son, dressed in simple shepherd's clothing, walks home to his father. The walk is symbolic of renewal, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC792.jpg
  • A man plays a viola and a woman carries a tray, accompanying the Reunion Feast, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC794.jpg
  • 2 courtesans standing outside a house catch the eye of the younger son and invite him to join them, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC796.jpg
  • The younger son (on the right) is tempted into a game of dice on a chess-like board, and gambles away his clothes, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC798.jpg
  • Having returned home, the younger son is dressed by a servant in fine new clothes. The cloak represents baptism or rebirth, the sandals freedom and the ring renewed alliance, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC801.jpg
  • On the left, Jesus sits in a boat with Peter and Andrew, who have caught no fish all night. Jesus orders them to throw the nets and they are full of fish. Peter kneels and Jesus blesses him, while Andrew gestures to Zebedee, James and John on the right to do the same. The waves, boats and nets create a great sense of movement in this panel, from the story in St Luke's gospel. Section of the miraculous catch of fish, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC531.jpg
  • The father gives the inheritance to the younger son, who takes a gold vessel and puts gold coins in his cloak, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC777.jpg
  • Christ in Majesty, symbolising love and forgiveness for every repentant sinner, from the Parable of the apex of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC785.jpg
  • The younger son demands his inheritance from his father, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC786.jpg
  • The father gives orders to a servant to kill the fatted calf for the celebratory feast, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC793.jpg
  • Servants carry drinks to the Reunion Feast, from the Parable of the Prodigal Son stained glass window, in the north transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window follows the parable as told by St Luke in his gospel. It is thought to have been donated by courtesans, who feature in 11 of the 30 sections. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC803.jpg
  • Incarnation and childhood of Christ stained glass window, 12th century, the second part of a triptych dedicated to the life of Christ, on the Western facade of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of Christ from the annunciation to Mary to his triumphal entry into Jerusalem as King of the Jews, following the gospels of St Matthew and St Luke. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC604.jpg
  • Christ in a mandorla, surrounded by the 4 symbols of the evangelists on the tympanum, on the lintel the 12 apostles and on the archivolts the 24 Elders of the Apocalypse, central bay of the Royal Portal, 1142-50, Western facade, Chartres cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. The central bay represents the End of Time as described by the Book of Revelations. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC704.JPG
  • The entrance to Jerusalem at the top, showing Jesus, holding a palm branch, riding into Jerusalem on a donkey, over clothes and palm leaves on the ground, welcomed by the people. His disciples follow behind carrying his book, and on the right, the people of Jerusalem cheer and welcome him. Below l-r; the falling idols in the temple, the baptism of Christ in the river Jordan by John the Baptist with an angel holding Christ's tunic, and Joseph's dream that an angel announces he can return home with Mary and the child, from the Incarnation and childhood of Christ stained glass window, 12th century, on the Western facade of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC573.jpg
  • The evangelist Mark being carried by the old testament prophet Daniel, showing the continuation of the 2 bible testaments (they use the same recount of the Passion) and the respect of the school of Chartres for the teachings of the ancients, lancet window of the South Rose window, 1221, on the Southern transept wall of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC566.jpg
  • Presbyterium mosaics of Cefalu cathedral, a 12th century Norman Romanesque cathedral decorated with Byzantine mosaic, at Cefalu, on the Tyrrhenian coast of Sicily, Italy. The mosaics were made in the 12th century by artisans from Constantinople, centred around Christ Pantocrator, with the Virgin, archangels, apostles and evangelists. The town was founded by the Greeks, and has been populated by the Carthaginians, Romans, Arabs and Normans. This cathedral forms part of Cefalu's UNESCO World Heritage Site. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC20_ITALY_MC_126.jpg
  • Christ in a mandorla, surrounded by the 4 symbols of the evangelists on the tympanum, on the lintel the 12 apostles and on the archivolts the 24 Elders of the Apocalypse, central bay of the Royal Portal, 1142-50, Western facade, Chartres cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. The central bay represents the End of Time as described by the Book of Revelations. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC705.jpg
  • Christ in a mandorla, surrounded by the 4 symbols of the evangelists (winged man, eagle, lion and bull)on the tympanum of the central bay of the Royal Portal, 1142-50, Western facade, Chartres cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. The central bay represents the End of Time as described by the Book of Revelations. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC707.jpg
  • Above, Jonah prays to God, unsure whether to fulfil his mission to Nineveh or flee to Tarshish, while the red whale waits to swallow him. In the middle, the sacrifice of Isaac by his father Abraham and the descent from the cross. Below, he sacrifice of the pelican; a pelican lands on her nest of chicks as a symbol of the resurrection to come, and David holds a banner from a psalm 'I am like a pelican made', quatrefoil from the Typological Passion stained glass window, 1210-25, in the transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window, unusually, reads from top to bottom. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC614.jpg
  • Above, Jacob blessing Ephraim and Manasseh, crossing his arms over so as to give the birthright to Ephraim the youngest son, on the right. In the middle, Samson carrying the gates of Gaza, the anointing and entombment of Christ and David fighting with a lion. Below, donor windows of the blacksmiths and farriers; men throwing fuel into a forge, a farrier fitting a horseshoe while 2 men hold the horse and 2 blacksmiths beating a red hot piece of iron on an anvil, quatrefoil from the Typological Passion stained glass window, 1210-25, in the transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window, unusually, reads from top to bottom. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC615.jpg
  • The Virgin in majesty surrounded by angels, sitting on a throne in a mandorla of glory, holding 2 sceptres indicating she is queen of heaven and earth, with the Christ child on her knee, hand raised in blessing. The sun and moon, symbols of universality, are on either side and 2 angels bow down before her, from the apex of the Incarnation and childhood of Christ stained glass window, 12th century, on the Western facade of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC574.jpg
  • Top row l-r; the flight into Egypt with Mary and Jesus riding a donkey led by Joseph, and the journey back to Galilee on the right, with a crowd welcoming the holy family to Nazareth while the Christ child blesses them. Bottom row, the massacre of the innocents, with Herod ordering his soldiers to murder the children, a woman snatching her child back from a soldier and a massacre scene with soldiers killing babies and mothers grieving, from the Incarnation and childhood of Christ stained glass window, 12th century, on the Western facade of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC572.jpg
  • Top row l-r; the annunciation to the shepherds, priests and scribes consulting the scriptures to determine where Jesus is born, Herod interviewing the 3 wise men. Bottom row l-r; the annunciation (archangel Gabriel tells Mary she will have a baby), the visitation (Mary visits her cousin Elizabeth who will give birth to John the Baptist), the nativity, from the Incarnation and childhood of Christ stained glass window, 12th century, on the Western facade of the nave of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC571.jpg
  • The evangelist Luke being carried by the old testament prophet Jeremiah, showing the continuation of the 2 bible testaments (they are the only ones to have written about the New Covenant) and the respect of the school of Chartres for the teachings of the ancients, lancet window of the South Rose window, 1221, on the Southern transept wall of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC570.jpg
  • The evangelist Matthew being carried by the old testament prophet Isaiah, showing the continuation of the 2 bible testaments (they use the same wording in their Incarnation stories) and the respect of the school of Chartres for the teachings of the ancients, lancet window of the South Rose window, 1221, on the Southern transept wall of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC569.jpg
  • Christ in Glory holding a chalice representing the eucharist and blessing us with his right hand. He is surrounded by angels and the 4 evangelist symbols (winged man, lion, ox and eagle), South Rose window, 1221, on the Southern transept wall of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC565.jpg
  • The evangelist John being carried by the old testament prophet Ezekiel, showing the continuation of the 2 bible testaments (their writings on the Resurrection are very similar) and the respect of the school of Chartres for the teachings of the ancients, lancet window of the South Rose window, 1221, on the Southern transept wall of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC567.jpg
  • St John the Baptist holds a phylactery saying 'Ecce Agnus Dei' or behold the lamb of God. He is gesturing to 2 of his followers, possibly Andrew and John, to indicate Jesus, who is in the panel to the left of this section. Section of behold the lamb of God, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC450.jpg
  • Jesus gestures to Philip to invite him to join him and  become one of his disciples. Philip is haloed and holds a book, gesturing that he will follow. Section of the calling of Philip, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC452.jpg
  • Jesus, with his 2 disciples Peter and Andrew, gestures to James and John who are fishing with their father Zebedee in the panel to the right of this section. They leave their father instantly to follow Jesus as his disciples. Section of the call of the sons of Zebedee, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC454.jpg
  • Two men, without any apostles' attributes, discuss fervently whether this would be the right path to follow. This is a modern panel. Section of 2 disciples, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC460.jpg
  • Two new disciples have left John the Baptist to follow Jesus, who, turning back to them, indicates the correct path with a broad gesture of his right hand. Section of two disciples following Christ, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC462.jpg
  • Andrew, on the right, fervently discusses with his brother Peter, persuading him to follow Jesus. This is a modern panel. Section of Andrew calling Peter, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC463.jpg
  • On the left, a group of men discuss the teachings of Jesus, who is preaching to his apostles in the scene to the left of this section. On the right, a modern panel shows a group of men leaving, who have decided not to follow Jesus. Section of Jesus preaching, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC465.jpg
  • Jesus, a towel tied around his waist, acts as a servant and washes the feet of Peter in a chalice-like basin. He teaches the apostles to wash each others feet in a gesture of equality and humility. Section of the washing of the feet, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC466.JPG
  • On the rocky shore of Galicia, Christ, walking on the water, blesses James and hands him a stick representing his mission to convert Spain. Section of Christ giving a stick to St James, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC496.jpg
  • After 7 years preaching in Spain, St James returns to Samaria and preaches in the synagogue. Here, he wears the tunic and cloak of Christ and raises a chalice, representing the blood of Christ present in the eucharist. Section of St James preaching in the synagogue, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC497.jpg
  • Hermogenes, seated cross-legged on a throne, instructs his assistant Philetus, with the aid of a green demon, to argue with the prophet James, whose teachings contradict his own magical principles. Section of Hermogenes sending Philetus to contradict St James, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC498.jpg
  • Hermogenes, furious at Philetus' conversion by St James, casts a magic spell on him to send him to sleep, with the help of the red-faced devil. Section of Hermogenes casting a spell on Philetus, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC500.jpg
  • Hermogenes and his assistant Philetus prepare to burn all his books of magic, but St James, inspired by a divine voice, instead asks him to throw them into the sea so the fumes do not infect others. Section of Hermogenes preparing to burn his magic books, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC502.jpg
  • St James removes his kerchief from Philetus, who immediately miraculously recovers from the magic spell of Hermogenes. The yellow demon holds his head in despair. Section of the healing of Philetus, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC501.jpg
  • Hermogenes and Philetus kneel in front of St James and beg his forgiveness. They have been converted by him and receive his blessing. Section of Hermogenes at the feet of St James, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC503.jpg
  • Christ is sitting on a cloud above the arch of a bridge, with 2 candelabra. He holds the globe of the earth in his left hand and with his right, blesses the 2 martyrs, Josiah and James. Section of Christ blessing, 1210-25, at the apex of the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC506.jpg
  • A guard holding a stick pushes St James into the prison, while the Jew who ordered his arrest watches from behind. James seems to bow down with his punishment. Section of the imprisonment of St James, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC510.jpg
  • Josiah publicly admitted his conversion when asked by St James. Abiathar hits him in the face with a rock, whilst holding his bloody face towards him. A priest and 2 other people watch the scene. A request is then sent to Herod for the order to behead him. Section of Josiah, once converted, being struck by an executioner, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC509.jpg
  • Philetus and St James look on while Hermogenes, on a boat, empties his bag of magic books into the sea. Section of Hermogenes throwing his books into the sea, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC511.jpg
  • Jesus ascends into Heaven, blessing with his right hand and holding in his left a globe inscribed with alpha and omega, symbolising that he is everything. The apostles watch his ascension from below. This is the uppermost panel of the window. Section of the Ascension of  Christ, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC532.jpg
  • A baker kneads his dough in his trough while another man waits with a jug of water. The face of Christ is appearing on the dough as he works. Donor window of the bakers, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC459.jpg
  • In a draper's shop, a wealthy customer and his servant measure a piece of cloth while the draper explains its quality. Donor window of the drapers, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC495.jpg
  • Reredos in the abbey church, Fontenay Abbey, Marmagne, Cote d'Or, France. This Cistercian abbey was founded by Saint Bernard of Clairvaux in 1119, built in the Romanesque style. The abbey itself housed 300 monks from 1200, but was sacked during the French Revolution. This stone carved reredos was originally the altarpiece but now sits against the wall of the apse. It dates from the 13th century and depicts scenes from the New Testament, including the crucifixion in the centre. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC246.jpg
  • Reredos in the abbey church, Fontenay Abbey, Marmagne, Cote d'Or, France. This Cistercian abbey was founded by Saint Bernard of Clairvaux in 1119, built in the Romanesque style. The abbey itself housed 300 monks from 1200, but was sacked during the French Revolution. This stone carved reredos was originally the altarpiece but now sits against the wall of the apse. It dates from the 13th century and depicts scenes from the New Testament, including the Adoration of the Magi, seen here. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC225.JPG
  • Reredos in the abbey church, Fontenay Abbey, Marmagne, Cote d'Or, France. This Cistercian abbey was founded by Saint Bernard of Clairvaux in 1119, built in the Romanesque style. The abbey itself housed 300 monks from 1200, but was sacked during the French Revolution. This stone carved reredos was originally the altarpiece but now sits against the wall of the apse. It dates from the 13th century and depicts scenes from the New Testament, including the Nativity scene with Mary sleeping, seen here. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC226.JPG
  • Above, an angel appears to Gideon while he is threshing wheat, giving him his mission to save Israel from the Madianites. In the middle, the crucifixion with 2 soldiers persecuting Christ and Mary and St John the Baptist to the sides. On the left is a representation of the church (with a halo, royal cloak, cross and church model) and on the right, the synagogue (blindfolded by a snake with a demon and broken sceptre). Below, Adam chollects the blood of Christ in a cup, symbol of redemption from sin, quatrefoil from the Typological Passion stained glass window, 1210-25, in the transept of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window, unusually, reads from top to bottom. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC613.jpg
  • Christ in Glory holding a chalice representing the eucharist and blessing us with his right hand. He is surrounded by angels and the 4 evangelist symbols (winged man, lion, ox and eagle) and then again by the 24 elders of the church, South Rose window, 1221, on the Southern transept wall of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC602.jpg
  • Top row, l-r; the purification with a woman offering turtledoves 40 days after childbirth and 2 others offering candles for the birth of Jesus, the presentation of Christ in the temple with Mary offering her son to Simeon on the altar and the 3 wise men dreaming of an angel warning them to return to their country and avoid Herod. Bottom row l-r; the 3 wise men travelling to Bethlehem guided by a star, the Virgin and child receiving their gifts with Christ blessing them, and the magi leaving empty-handed to return home, from the Incarnation and childhood of Christ stained glass window, 12th century, on the Western facade of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC603.jpg
  • Jesus stands at the gate of the holy city of Jerusalem, gesturing with his hand to invite the apostles to join him there. In the panel to the left of this section are 2 apostles following Jesus, who he is looking at. Section of the vocation of the disciples, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC451.jpg
  • Jesus is seated, holding a book and gesturing with his right hand in a blessing. He is sending 2 apostles on a mission to be 'fishers of men' and preach to the people. Section of the apostles' mission, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC453.JPG
  • The disciple Andrew, standing on a bridge, pours holy oil on the heads of 3 naked apostles, immersed in water. Jesus blesses Andrew, giving him permission to baptise in his name. This important section is central in the window and reflects the sacraments which take place in Chartres cathedral. Section of the baptism of the apostles, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC455.jpg
  • Jesus sits at a table filled with plates of bread and fish with his 12 disciples at the Last Supper, initiating the first eucharist. Judas, in the foreground, holds his bag of money, payment for his betrayal. Section of the Last Supper, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC457.jpg
  • A group of men discuss the teachings of Jesus, who is preaching to his apostles in the scene to the left of this section. Section of Jesus preaching, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC456.jpg
  • Armed soldiers violently arrest Jesus and separate him from the apostle Judas on the right, after he betrays Jesus to the authorities. Section of the betrayal of Jesus, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC458.jpg
  • The apostle Philip, on the left, meets with Nathanael beside a fig tree to call him to Jesus. Nathanael's gesture shows hesitation and the two discuss. Section of Philip calling Nathanael, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC464.jpg
  • Hermogenes, seated on a throne and holding open his book of magic, calls 2 demons to fetch St James and Philetus. Section of Hermogenes calling the demons to help him, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC499.jpg
  • On his way to be executed, St James heals a crippled man by asking him to rise up and praise the Lord. He offers James his crutch. The Pharisee Josiah, leading him by a noose around his neck, is touched by grace. God's hand appears from a cloud to indicate the source of the miraculous healing powers. Section of the healing of the paralysed man, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC504.jpg
  • On his way to be executed, pulled by the Pharisee Josiah by a noose around his neck, St James blesses a crippled man who begs to be cured. Section of St James and the cripple, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC505.jpg
  • A guard armed with a stick leads James and Josiah by a rope with a noose around each neck, to be executed. The executioner follows behind, his sword over his shoulder. Section of St James and Josiah led off to be executed, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC507.jpg
  • In Jerusalem in 43 AD, under the orders of Herod Agrippa, an executioner is about to lower his sword and behead James. James is kneeling and blindfolded, his hands extended in prayer. The hand of God blesses him. Section of the beheading of St James, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC508.jpg
  • Scene in a baker's shop, with a man buying a loaf of bread and paying with a coin. He carries his bread in his cloak. Donor window of the bakers, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC449.jpg
  • Three men in a bakery work the dough into balls to be baked in the oven by the 2 men below. Donor window of the bakers, from the Apostles window, 1212-25, in the axial chapel in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window represents the birth of the Church, as the apostles are the first pillar of the church and therefore has the site with the most sunlight to illuminate the colours. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC461.JPG
  • A wealthy customer with his servant is shown a length of ermine fur, while an assistant finds other examples in a trunk. Donor window of the furriers, 1210-25, from the Life of St James window in the ambulatory of Chartres Cathedral, Eure-et-Loir, France. This window tells the story of the life of St James the Greater, apostle of Jesus and son of Zebedee. It is situated next to the apostles chapel. Chartres is a stop on the pilgrimage route to Compostela, where James' relics lie. Chartres cathedral was built 1194-1250 and is a fine example of Gothic architecture. Most of its windows date from 1205-40 although a few earlier 12th century examples are also intact. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC494.jpg
  • Statue of St John on the side of the Great Portal and tympanum of Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma or La Seu, Palma de Mallorca, Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain. Saint John the Evangelist is depicted with his symbol, the eagle. The Roman Catholic cathedral was built on the site of a mosque and is a huge building in Catalan Gothic style. It was begun by King James I of Aragon in 1229 and finished in 1601. It towers over the old city of Palma overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LCSPAIN13_MC005.jpg
  • Reredos in the abbey church, Fontenay Abbey, Marmagne, Cote d'Or, France. This Cistercian abbey was founded by Saint Bernard of Clairvaux in 1119, built in the Romanesque style. The abbey itself housed 300 monks from 1200, but was sacked during the French Revolution. This stone carved reredos was originally the altarpiece but now sits against the wall of the apse. It dates from the 13th century and depicts scenes from the New Testament, including the crucifixion seen here. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC13_FRANCE_MC224.JPG
  • Nave and rood screen, 1616, from where the Gospel and the Epistles are preached, donated by Marie de Gonzague of the Guise Lorraine family, between the nave and the chancel of the Basilica of Liesse Notre Dame, built 1134 in Flamboyant Gothic style by the Chevaliers d'Eppes, then rebuilt in 1384 and enlarged in 1480 and again in the 19th century, Liesse-Notre-Dame, Laon, Picardy, France. Pilgrims flock here to worship the Black Virgin, based on Ismeria, the Soudanese daughter of the sultan of Cairo El-Afdhal, who saved the lives of French knights during the Crusades, converted to christianity and married Robert d'Eppes, son of Guillaume II of France. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC15_FRANCE_MC0363.jpg
  • Looking up at the central section of the rood screen, 1616, from where the Gospel and the Epistles are preached, donated by Marie de Gonzague of the Guise Lorraine family, between the nave and the chancel of the Basilica of Liesse Notre Dame, built 1134 in Flamboyant Gothic style by the Chevaliers d'Eppes, then rebuilt in 1384 and enlarged in 1480 and again in the 19th century, Liesse-Notre-Dame, Laon, Picardy, France. Pilgrims flock here to worship the Black Virgin, based on Ismeria, the Soudanese daughter of the sultan of Cairo El-Afdhal, who saved the lives of French knights during the Crusades, converted to christianity and married Robert d'Eppes, son of Guillaume II of France. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC15_FRANCE_MC0353.jpg
  • Rood screen, 1616, from where the Gospel and the Epistles are preached, donated by Marie de Gonzague of the Guise Lorraine family, between the nave and the chancel of the Basilica of Liesse Notre Dame, built 1134 in Flamboyant Gothic style by the Chevaliers d'Eppes, then rebuilt in 1384 and enlarged in 1480 and again in the 19th century, Liesse-Notre-Dame, Laon, Picardy, France. Pilgrims flock here to worship the Black Virgin, based on Ismeria, the Soudanese daughter of the sultan of Cairo El-Afdhal, who saved the lives of French knights during the Crusades, converted to christianity and married Robert d'Eppes, son of Guillaume II of France. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC15_FRANCE_MC0337.jpg
  • Sculptural detail of Mark the evangelist holding his gospel, from the wooden portal on the North facade of the Cathedrale Saint-Pierre de Beauvais or Cathedral of St Peter of Beauvais, an incomplete Gothic Roman Catholic cathedral consecrated in 1272, Beauvais, Oise, Picardy, France. The cathedral consists only of a transept built in the 16th century and choir, with apse and 7 polygonal apsidal chapels from the 13th century. It was listed as a historic monument in 1840. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC15_FRANCE_MC0561.jpg
  • Rood screen, 1616, from where the Gospel and the Epistles are preached, donated by Marie de Gonzague of the Guise Lorraine family, between the nave and the chancel of the Basilica of Liesse Notre Dame, built 1134 in Flamboyant Gothic style by the Chevaliers d'Eppes, then rebuilt in 1384 and enlarged in 1480 and again in the 19th century, Liesse-Notre-Dame, Laon, Picardy, France. Pilgrims flock here to worship the Black Virgin, based on Ismeria, the Soudanese daughter of the sultan of Cairo El-Afdhal, who saved the lives of French knights during the Crusades, converted to christianity and married Robert d'Eppes, son of Guillaume II of France. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC15_FRANCE_MC0355.jpg
  • Detail of the rood screen, 1616, from where the Gospel and the Epistles are preached, donated by Marie de Gonzague of the Guise Lorraine family, between the nave and the chancel of the Basilica of Liesse Notre Dame, built 1134 in Flamboyant Gothic style by the Chevaliers d'Eppes, then rebuilt in 1384 and enlarged in 1480 and again in the 19th century, Liesse-Notre-Dame, Laon, Picardy, France. Pilgrims flock here to worship the Black Virgin, based on Ismeria, the Soudanese daughter of the sultan of Cairo El-Afdhal, who saved the lives of French knights during the Crusades, converted to christianity and married Robert d'Eppes, son of Guillaume II of France. Picture by Manuel Cohen
    LC15_FRANCE_MC0354.jpg
Next
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
x