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St. Pierre, Caen, 1856. Creator: Alfred Capel-Cure
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St. Pierre, Caen, 1856. Creator: Alfred Capel-Cure
St. Pierre, Caen, 1856
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Alfred Alfred Capel Cure Basse Normandie Caen Caen Basse Normandie France Capel Cure Capel Cure Alfred Panorama Photographer Spire Thirteenth Century
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This photo print, titled "St. Pierre, Caen, 1856" takes us back in time to the enchanting city of Caen in Basse Normandie, France. Captured by the talented photographer Alfred Capel-Cure during the 19th century, this image showcases a remarkable architectural feature - the Church of Saint Pierre. The photograph beautifully portrays the intricate details of this thirteenth-century church, highlighting its majestic spire that reaches towards the heavens. The contrast between light and shadow adds depth to the composition and emphasizes the grandeur of this religious monument. Surrounded by lush vegetation and towering trees, St. Pierre stands as a testament to both nature's beauty and mankind's devotion to Christianity. The landscape provides a serene backdrop for this historical gem, blending harmoniously with its surroundings. Preserved within The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, this heritage art piece allows us to appreciate not only Capel-Cure's skillful photography but also serves as a window into an era long gone. It transports us back to nineteenth-century Britain when travel was limited but curiosity about distant lands remained boundless. As we gaze upon this print by Alfred Capel-Cure, we are reminded of our shared human history and how architecture has always been intertwined with culture and religion. This photograph invites us on a visual journey through time while celebrating both natural beauty and man-made marvels
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