The smaller photo on the left shows the main chapel. I have a feeling it might not be used much as you'll see a pile of stuff piled up at the back on the right hand side.Below the chapel is a simply beautiful room - main photo and below. It's the ancient restored crypt - a room for contemplation and prayer. You'll see modern work displayed in this room.
This crypt was originally the oratory of the Capucins of Genoa (1867-1887) and was restored in 1967 by the Capucins of Lyon and then in 2000 by the Soeurs Annonciade.
The gilded relief of the Annonciation was given to the Monastery in 1641 by Jérome de Monléon. Bas-reliefs that line the walls and we'll see one in detail tomorrow.
The history of l'Annonciade goes back centuries but the more recent history shows it was sold to a union of apostolic sisters in 2000. There are now 6 nuns in residence. Since then much renovation has taken place, including this renovated crypt, the chapel and the inauguration of a gallery.
A room beautiful in its simplicity. Do you know what the relief picture is of? I am curious to the sphere in front of what looks like a Crucifix.
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These top and bottom shots are entrancing. They invite you in. I find myself wanting to join those six nuns, at least for awhile, to sleep and eat and reflect in that serene place.
ReplyDeleteWhat a heavenly photo of the small chapel! I love the top photo! Such a peaceful, quiet, simple space!
ReplyDeleteThat top photo just draws you in. You want to be in that little, beautifully simple room.
ReplyDeleteThe colours and tone of the top photo is spectacular. It's warm and inviting. Lovely, too, in its simplicity. What a wonderful place for worship and meditation.
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The colours and tone of the top photo is spectacular. It's warm and inviting. Lovely, too, in its simplicity. What a wonderful place for worship and meditation.
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superbe l'intérieure de cette église et j'aime beaucoup la lumiere sur la première photo
ReplyDeleteOH Jilly , Bravo on these wonderful shots. Beautifully photographed.
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Wonderful photos. I was surprised at how austere this place is, but I suppose that's deliberate due to the convictions of those inhabiting it. (Pardon the pun).
ReplyDeleteQuel endroit de reve pour se recueillir et pour ces nonnes.
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BlossomFlowerGirl, I've updated the commentary on the relief picture. The cross with the sphere could be a modern tabernacle - it's hard to be sure though but next time I visit I'll find out!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful chapel.
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