Abdijkerk van Saint-Ouen in Rouen by Étienne Neurdein

Abdijkerk van Saint-Ouen in Rouen 1870 - 1900

etienneneurdein

historical design

aged paper

toned paper

homemade paper

paper non-digital material

pale palette

sketch book

personal sketchbook

watercolour illustration

watercolor

building

Étienne Neurdein's 19th-century photograph captures the grandeur of the Abdijkerk van Saint-Ouen in Rouen, France. The photo, printed in a warm sepia tone, highlights the intricate details of the church's Gothic architecture, including its towering spires, ornate rose window, and arched entrance. The image showcases the majesty of the architectural style, drawing attention to its verticality and intricate decorative elements. This photograph is an example of architectural photography, a popular genre that emerged during the 19th century.