Saint-Denis Theme Pages

A Christian Martyr of the 3rd century who is said to have walked 6 miles after his head had been cut off.

The central statue flanked by two angels is thought to represent St Denis. The saint is dated to about 1235, whilst the two angels date from about 1252.

 

This detail from a 13th century reliquary shows Pope Clement baptising Taurin with St Denis.

This stained glass window in the choir clerestory at Evreux Cathedral was installed in the last decade of the 14th century. A gift of King Charles VI of France, who is seen kneeling in the centre panel, the window also contains images of the Virgin Mary, and that of St Denis.