Genevieve which it still contains. The tympanum has
a group by David d'Angers, representing France distributing wreaths to
soldiers, politicians, men of letters, men of science, and artists.
The interior is in the shape of a Greek cross (with equal arms). Follow
round the walls, beginning from the right. In the right aisle are
paintings (modern) looking like frescoes, and representing the preaching
of St. Denis, by Galand; and the history of Ste. Genevieve--her childhood,
recognition by St. Germain l'Auxerrois, miracles, etc., delicate and
elusive works, by Puvis de Chavannes. The paintings of the South Transept
represent episodes in the early history of France. Chronologically
speaking, they begin from the east central corner. Choir, Death of Ste.
Genevieve, and Miracles before her Shrine, by Laurens. Apse of the
tribune, fine modern (archaic) mosaic, by Hebert, representing Christ with
the Guardian Angel of France, the Madonna, Jean d'Arc, and Ste. Genevieve.
Stand under the dome to observe the proportions of the huge, bare,
unimpressive building. Left, or Northern Transept, east side, the history
of Jeanne d'Arc; she hears the voices; leads the assault at Orleans;
assists at the coronation of Charles VII.
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