La galerie Notre-Dame, Paris (The Gallery of Notre Dame, Paris)

La galerie Notre-Dame, Paris (The Gallery of Notre Dame, Paris)

Charles Meryon

1853

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a Gothic-style gallery with tall, thin columns and intricate carvings. The columns are arranged in a row, with a few steps leading up to them. The carvings on the columns are detailed and ornate, featuring leaves and other designs. In the background, you can see a cityscape with buildings and a river. The sky is cloudy, and the overall mood of the painting is one of grandeur and beauty. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out the work of artist Meryon, Charles.

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