View of the Choir of the Cathedral of Mainz, plate four from Allemande by Nicolas Chapuy

View of the Choir of the Cathedral of Mainz, plate four from Allemande c. 1848

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drawing, lithograph, print, paper

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drawing

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aged paper

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toned paper

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water colours

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lithograph

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ink paper printed

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print

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paper

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charcoal art

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underpainting

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france

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watercolour bleed

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watercolour illustration

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pencil art

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watercolor

"View of the Choir of the Cathedral of Mainz" is a lithograph by Nicolas Chapuy, created around 1848. This print is a detailed depiction of the cathedral's interior, highlighting the intricate architecture of the choir, with its vaulted ceilings, ornate railings, and numerous columns. The print captures the grandeur and solemnity of the space, emphasizing the intricate details of the choir stalls and the light streaming through the windows. The figures in the foreground add a sense of scale and provide a glimpse into the daily life of the cathedral. This artwork exemplifies the 19th-century fascination with architecture and the use of lithography to capture the beauty and detail of historical structures.

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