Question

The sculptural program of the west facade of Chartres Cathedral proclaims the power and majesty of Jesus Christ.Which of the following elements unites all three doorways of the west portal of Chartres Cathedral? A) The episodes from the life of the Virgin are carved on the capitals. B) The episodes from the Old Testament are carved on the capitals. C) The episodes from the Passion are carved on the capitals. D) The episodes from the lives of the Virgin and Christ are carved on the capitals.

Answer 1

Answer:

D) The episodes from the lives of the Virgin and Christ are carved on the capitals.

Explanation:

The Chartres Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church. It is located at Chartres in France. It is considered as a landmark of the medieval architecture. The architecture is highly influenced by the Middle art Christianity.

The front of the church or the facade demonstrates and is highly influenced by the lives of the Christ which are beautifully curved on the capitals of the Chartres Cathedral. It shows the majesty and power of Jesus Christ.

Thus the correct option is (D).