Saulieu Church Saulieu, France

Capital:
Capital on the second pier from the west in the north arcade, depicting the Risen Christ, c.1112. On the main part of the capital, shown here, a robed Christ with a cruciform halo stands with his hands raised. He has a beard and a fine French mustache; his ear is large and deeply carved. His gaze is otherwordly, but directed towards the left face of the capital, where three women carry vases... Holly Hayes all photos →

Founded in the 6th century and rebuilt in the 12th century, the Basilica of St. Andoche is famed for its magnificent Romanesque capitals depicting biblical stories and medieval scenes.

Location map of Saulieu Church, Saulieu, France. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of Saulieu Church, Saulieu, France. Click to enlarge.

Quick Facts

Address
Saulieu, France
Coordinates
47.2795040° N, 4.2299720° E map · aerial

Article Info

Page Title
Saulieu Church
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
October 8, 2013
Last Updated
April 15, 2024
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