HomeUnited KingdomWent to StPauls the first time on the weekend, I learned that Sir Wren was not only the chief architect of, he was also the head of then King’s works of StPauls Cathedral which means all of this design stemmed from one man’s mind.
Went to StPauls the first time on the weekend, I learned that Sir Wren was not only the chief architect of, he was also the head of then King’s works of StPauls Cathedral which means all of this design stemmed from one man’s mind.
September 18, 2024
Went to StPauls the first time on the weekend, I learned that Sir Wren was not only the chief architect of, he was also the head of then King’s works of StPauls Cathedral which means all of this design stemmed from one man’s mind.
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It’s genuinely an impressive building although I think much of the ornate mosaics and paintings were added later in the last 19th century (correct me if I’m wrong). Not sure when the dome was painted though. All I can remember from my visit was the fact that it was a highly contentious design at the time, many argued that it was too Catholic and that Protestant churches should be plain and simple. I’m glad they lost the argument here!
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It’s genuinely an impressive building although I think much of the ornate mosaics and paintings were added later in the last 19th century (correct me if I’m wrong). Not sure when the dome was painted though. All I can remember from my visit was the fact that it was a highly contentious design at the time, many argued that it was too Catholic and that Protestant churches should be plain and simple. I’m glad they lost the argument here!