Exterior facade of Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis
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Exterior facade of Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis, displaying especially the church’s use of classical columns, which emphasize the building’s verticality and help to make the structure appear imposing. From this street-level perspective, the church’s two prominent domes in the rear are totally obscured from view.
This file appears in: Église Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis: Understanding the Drama of the Church, Royalty, and Power in France
Église Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis: Understanding the Drama of the Church, Royalty, and Power in France
The church of Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis is marked by drama. Its bold Baroque facade stands in stark contrast to the modest appearance of the many houses and apartments lining the busy avenue of Rue…