Plougastel-Daoulas Calvary, Brittany, France. October 2015
Plougastel-Daoulas Calvary, Brittany, France. October 2015 Wikipedia below: The Calvary of Plougastel-Daoulas comprises a raised octagonal pedestal made from the yellow granite of Logonna-Dāaoulas, flanked by four thick arched buttresses. All the sculptural work is by the Maître de Plougastel except the horseman on the left of the crucifix which is by Millet. Below the top of the pedestal and running around it is a moulded cornice on which are placed a further series of statues carved from the bluish stone from Kersanton. Three crosses rise from the pedestal, the central cross having two crosspieces/bars and the crosses on the left and right bearing the two thieves crucified alongside Jesus. Around these crosses and on the surface of the pedestal are further statues. In total there are 182 statues carved from Kersanton stone which are placed in groups to form 28 tableaux depicting scenes from the life of Christ. The Breton legend "Katell Kollet" features in one tableau when she is shown as one of those unfortunate souls writhing in the mouth of hell.
Size: 7200px × 4805px
Location: Plougastel-Daoulas Calvary, Brittany, France.
Photo credit: © BRIAN HARRIS / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: Yes
Keywords: bretagne, brian, brittany, calvary, calvery, carving, christ, cross, crucifix, depiction, harris, jesus, kersanton, plougastel, plougastel-daoulas, space, stone, text
