Because I have visited many of Paris' churches over and over, each trip I try and find something new to photograph. This last trip in November, 2014, I was in and out of St. Germain des Pres several times as we stayed just a block away. My eye was drawn to the beautiful painted columns. I could be wrong, but I don't think I've seen columns like this in other churches. As one of Paris' oldest churches, this sacred space could stand some loving care, but I love the nicks and chipped paint. Reminds me of how long this church as stood and all that has happened inside these walls.
5 comments:
I love the way you composed this shot. Those columns really are unusual.
I really like the look of the columns.
Next trip...let's see how many more painted columns that we can find. I'm pretty sure that St. Eustache has them. Love a good mission with you Virg!
Gorgeous!
The interior painting in St. Germain des Pres dates from a 19th century restoration, so although the columns are beautiful, their appearance is more closely related to the 19th century view of Gothic art than something more distant.
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