Description
North Porch, Central Portal Right Jambs: Jeremiah
The Old Testament Prophet Jeremiah (bearded, haloed). He holds an object described as "a Greek Cross in a halo". Kidson describes it as "a halo on which is superimposed the cross, signifying the manner of Christ's death and glorification" (Kidson, p. 35). Note the skillfully carved foliage above his head.
Subject
Cathédrale de Chartres--Pictorial works.;Church decoration and ornament--France--Chartres--Pictorial works.;Church architecture--France--Chartres--Pictorial works.;Christian art and symbolism--France--Chartres--Medieval, 500-1500--Pictorial works.
