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Saint Louis (Louis IX), while on crusade, bought from Baudouin II, Emperor of Constantinople, the Crown of Thorns reputed to have been worn by Jesus on the cross. Actually, the Crown was in Venice as Baudouin, strapped for cash, had pawned it. Louis, however, redeemed the relic and built the Sainte-Chapelle to house it. The crown is now at Notre-Dame, but consist only of a few plaited rushed; Saint Louis and succeeding Kings detached the 70 or so thorns and gave them to a number of different churches
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Who was Sainte Chapelle was built for?
It was built for Louis IX of France.
When was the Sainte Chapelle built?
In the Renassiance time, from 1300-1600 and Michelangelo painted it after the building finished.
Who comissioned the Sainte-Chapelle?
the king of France Louis IX (the ninth), also known as "Saint-Louis" commissioned the Sainte-Chapelle
What has the author Wanda Rabaud written?
Wanda Rabaud has written: 'The Sainte-Chapelle' -- subject(s): Sainte-Chapelle (Paris, France)
Who comissioned the Sainte Chapelle?
the king of France Louis IX (the ninth), also known as "Saint-Louis" commissioned the Sainte-Chapelle
What is significant about that Sainte Chapelle?
La Sainte-Chapelle on the Île de la Cité in Paris is a Gothic holy chapel built in the Rayonnant phase of Gothic architecture: its design achieves a sense of weightlessness. Visually, it is a striking sight. Read more, below.
Where is Sainte-Chapelle located?
In Paris, France.
Is Sainte Chapelle masculine or feminine?
faminine
What is on the blue ceiling of the Sainte-Chapelle - gold crosses or fleurs de lis?
The Sainte-Chapelle ceiling has a motif of fleurs de lis on the ceiling.
What is the historical background of la sainte chapelle?
King Louis IX was canonised after his death as St. Louis. While in the Holy Land on Crusade, he bought what was purported to be the true, original Crown of Thorns. Back home, in 1240, he has the Sainte-Chapelle built to house the relic in question.
How did they build sainte chapelle without the modern technology that you have today?
With their hands.
Of what style of architecture is Sainte-Chapelle considered a prime example?
It is the Rayonnant style in Gothic architecture.
