Did You Know? In 60 Seconds: Sainte-Chapelle

San Chapelle in Paris is a prime example of High Gothic art, known for its stained glass windows. In 1239, Saint Louis of France acquired the Crown of Thorns and other relics, prompting the construction of this grand reliquary in 1243. The upper chapel features 15 glass walls, each 50 feet high, crafted by artists using five colors. The windows depict biblical stories, with each piece hand-painted using the grizzel technique, allowing for detailed expressions and fabric details.

What significant relic did Saint Louis acquire in 1239?

• The Ark of the Covenant

• The Crown of Thorns

• The Holy Grail

• The Shroud of Turin

In what year did the construction of the giant reliquary begin?

• 1265

• 1250

• 1243

• 1239

How many glass walls are there in the Kings Chapel?

• 10

• 12

• 15

• 20

How many different colors were used in the stained glass windows?

• Six

• Three

• Four

• Five

What technique was used to paint the glass pieces?

• Fresco

• Sgraffito

• Grizzel

• Mosaic