Chapelle Saint-Aurélien Limoges Postcard – Ornate Altar View

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Chapelle Saint-Aurélien Limoges Postcard – Ornate Altar View

A vivid interior view of the richly gilded choir of Chapelle Saint-Aurélien in Limoges, capturing the grandeur of Limousin’s sacred heritage and Baroque-style ornamentation.

Measurements: approx. 5 3/4 x 4 1/8 inches
Dates: unknown
Condition: In decent condition. Please check our images.
Internal notes: QC passed

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Bathe in the warm golden glow of Chapelle Saint-Aurélien, where sculpted saints and curling acanthus leaves frame the radiant altar beneath a luminous stained-glass dome. This postcard captures the visual splendour of the choir — a hidden jewel nestled in the heart of historic Limoges, where centuries of devotion unfold in shimmering detail.

Dedicated to Saint Aurélien, the chapel serves as the spiritual heart of the city’s butchers’ guild, its elaborate decor a symbol of faith and community patronage. The ornate woodwork, gilded statuary, and painted ceiling panels speak to the region’s artistic traditions, likely refurbished during the 17th or 18th century with baroque flair. Published by IRIS under the “La Cigogne” imprint, this postcard presents a timeless tribute to Limousin craftsmanship and Catholic piety.

To preserve this image is to honour the living legacy of Limoges — not just porcelain, but devotion wrought in timber, gold leaf, and stained glass. Ideal for collectors of sacred interiors, ecclesiastical art, or French regional history, this card offers a richly textured glimpse into an enduring cultural sanctuary.

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