Saint-Bernard de la Chapelle, Paris

  • French: Eglise Saint-Bernard de la Chapelle

  • Type: Church
  • Travel Genus: Sight
  • Sight Category: Building

Saint-Bernard de la Chapelle is a 20th century Neo-Gothic style church in Paris, France. As the village of La Chapelle expanded in the 1840s, a new Catholic church became necessary to serve the growing community. Built between 1858 and 1861 to the designs of architect Auguste-Joseph Magne, the church was richly decorated through 1870. Noted for its architectural unity, the building continues to serve as a prominent urban landmark and focal point of the neighborhood. - AsNotedIn


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Particulars for Saint-Bernard de la Chapelle, Paris:
Area of Significance Architecture
Area of Significance Art
Sight Category Building
Building Type Church
Area of Design Decorative Arts
Art Medium Fresco
Architectural Style Gothic Revival
Area of Significance Interior Design
Musical Instrument Organ
Art Type Painting
Area of Significance Religion
Historic Use Religious Property
Religion, Cultural Affiliation Roman Catholic Church
Building Feature Spire
Building Attribute Stained Glass




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