Afgietsel van een kapiteel van de Kathedraal van Troyes c. 1875 - 1900

This photograph, taken by Adolphe Giraudon, captures a detail from the Cathedral of Troyes, specifically a carved capital. The image highlights intricate, stylized foliage, characteristic of Gothic architectural ornamentation. Giraudon, a renowned photographer of the late 19th century, specialized in documenting architectural and artistic heritage. This photograph, part of a larger collection documenting medieval French architecture, serves as a valuable record of the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic sensibility of the era.