Antique Framed Print : France - Montreuil sur-Mer - Chapel Entrance - Hotel Dieu
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France - Montreuil sur-Mer - Chapel Entrance - Hotel Dieu
France - Pas-de-Calais Department - Montreuil sur-Mer - Chapel Entrance - Hotel Dieu Date: circa 1913
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Media ID 11583382
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Calais Carving Chapel Chapelle Department Dieu Doorway Masonry Montreuil Railings Stonework
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.6cm x 37.1cm (9.3" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the entrance to the Chapel of the Hotel-Dieu in Montreuil-sur-Mer, a historic town located in the Pas-de-Calais department of northern France. Dating back to circa 1913, this image showcases the intricate beauty and craftsmanship of the French architectural heritage. The Chapel, which was once an integral part of the Hotel-Dieu hospital complex, is adorned with ornate carvings and intricate stonework that reflect the rich history of the region. The entrance is framed by two large, arched doorways, each adorned with intricate carvings and detailed masonry. The arches are supported by stone pillars with elaborate capitals, while the railings on either side of the entrance add an extra layer of elegance and sophistication. The intricate carvings on the doorways depict various religious motifs, including figures of saints and biblical scenes, reflecting the chapel's sacred purpose. Montreuil-sur-Mer, which translates to "Montreuil by the Sea," has a long and storied history, with the first records of the town dating back to the 11th century. The Hotel-Dieu complex, which included the chapel, was established in the 13th century and served as a hospital and refuge for pilgrims and the sick. The chapel, with its stunning architecture and religious significance, remains a popular tourist attraction and a testament to the region's rich history and cultural heritage.
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