Saint-Pierre Cathedral Angoulême Postcard – Romanesque France

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Saint-Pierre Cathedral Angoulême Postcard – Romanesque France

Striking view of Angoulême’s 12th-century Saint-Pierre Cathedral, a Romanesque masterpiece reflecting both Périgord and Poitevin artistic influences in its intricate façade and soaring towers.

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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Nestled amid manicured greenery under a vivid blue sky, the Saint-Pierre Cathedral of Angoulême rises with dignified grandeur — a beacon of medieval faith and architectural ambition. The stone façade, crowned by twin spires and a sculptural tympanum, evokes the rich Romanesque character of 12th-century southwestern France. This image captures the cathedral’s enduring presence above the town’s rolling landscape, a visual memory steeped in sacred artistry.

Constructed in the early 1100s, Saint-Pierre Cathedral is a distinguished example of Romanesque architecture, shaped by the Périgourdine school’s structural style and the Poitevin school’s sculptural richness. Its elegant domes and robust tower reflect Byzantine inspiration filtered through a distinctly French ecclesiastical lens. This postcard, published by IRIS and marked “La Cigogne,” provides not only an aesthetic appreciation but also a glimpse into France’s ecclesiastical and regional artistic identities.

To hold this postcard is to connect with centuries of French spiritual and cultural legacy. Whether you’re a collector of sacred architecture, a student of Romanesque design, or simply drawn to the quiet majesty of France’s religious heritage, this piece invites you to preserve a visual chapter of medieval Charente. A timeless memento, quietly dignified in its historical depth.

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