Horaires de visiteFermé (New Year’s Day)
Jeudi, Janvier 1, 2026
Parvis Notre‑Dame – Place Jean‑Paul II, 75004 Paris, France
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Notre‑Dame Front Door Engravings: Micro‑Iconography

A close reading of the engravings above Notre‑Dame’s main doors, including iconographic micro‑themes and craft techniques.

1/17/2026
12 min read
Detailed engravings above Notre‑Dame’s main door

Micro‑details teach quietly. Fillets, beads, and micro‑figures condense doctrine above the threshold.

🔍 Details

  • Profiles: Layered moldings guide light and shadow.
  • Figures: Small saints and angels cue narratives.
  • Wear: Touch points polish over centuries.

🪚 Craft Notes

  • Tools: Fine chisels and rasps.
  • Finishes: Subtle pick dressing.
  • Protection: Controlled access.

Engraving detail

Theology at the grain scale.

Auteur

Art Historian

Art Historian

Amoureux de Paris et voyageur attentif, j’ai créé ce guide pour aider chacun à entrer dans les histoires de Notre‑Dame — là où se rencontrent foi, savoir‑faire et communauté.

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Engravings
Iconography
Front Door

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