Interior nave of Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis
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Photo of the central interior nave of Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis, with its previously hidden domes now clearly visible. Baroque interiors were often designed to maximize acoustic clarity as a means for facilitating effective preaching.
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…