ISBN: 9780282909710 - Description De La Sainte-chapelle (classic Reprint) (4 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: Like New. In unused condition, may show some slight shelf wear, but otherwise unread. This title was digitally scanned from a rare, out of print edition, and will have some visual artifacts from that process.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a detailed and captivating history of the Sainte Chapelle de Paris, a stunning gothic chapel constructed by Saint Louis in the mid-13th century as a depository for the relics of the Passion of Christ. The author paints a vivid picture of the Sainte Chapelle's original splendor through its intricate architecture, magnificent stained glass windows, and impressive collection of religious relics, many of which are depicted in the detailed illustrations and descriptions of this book. The author traces the chapel's tumultuous history through the centuries, from its glorious past as a symbol of the French monarchy to its near destruction during the French Revolution. The book concludes with the successful restoration of the chapel in the mid-19th century, returning it to its former beauty and ensuring its place as one of France's architectural and historical treasures. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…