Jean-Claude Golvin

Bourg-en-Bresse, the royal monastery of Brou

Type

Drawing

Equipment used

Black ink, Blue ink, Ferrous alloy (staple), Gouache (highlights), Paper, Watercolor

Dimensions

69.9 x 99.7 cm (overall)

Period

Middle Ages

Geographical area

Location or theme

Bourg-en-Bresse

Miscellaneous

Presentation :

Aerial view of the Royal Monastery of Brou in Bourg-en-Bresse. The drawing is in landscape format and has no frame. Inscriptions appear on the reverse.
The monastery stands amidst lush green countryside. It comprises three cloisters and the church of Saint-Nicolas-de-Tolentin de Brou. The latter is built on a Latin cross plan. It features an elaborate portal, a high bell tower and a roof of colorful glazed tiles.

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