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Cathedral
The Exterior
The Cathedral of Saint Paul is set dramatically on Summit Hill overlooking the city of Saint Paul. ... Decorative elements are grouped at certain points around the Cathedral - the facade, towers, sides, entrances and dome. ... From the base to the very top of the lantern, the Cathedral stands 306 feet tall. ... Masqueray pictured a Cathedral where all visitors would be able to see and hear the mass. ...
The Interior Dome
The interior dome of the Cathedral is 96 feet in diameter and 175 feet high, and made of copper-clad. ... The symbolism here is unmistakable: just as the piers uphold the Cathedral, the words of God uphold the Church. ... org/cathedral. ...
Paintings and Frescoes
“Three large paintings in the Cathedral represent scenes from Christs crucifixion and death. ... The other fresco depicts Archbishop Ireland leading a procession for the first mass in The Cathedral of Saint Paul on Palm Sunday 1915.
Conclusion
The Cathedral of Saint Paul has been made by many hands: from the initial sketches made by Masqueray, to the immigrants who contributed to the construction, to the artisans and designers who have carried on the task of embellishing the church during the last 85 years.
Approximate Word count = 799
Approximate Pages = 3.2
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