Cathedral of Our Lady, Antwerp

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Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekathedraal, the Cathedral of Our Lady, Antwerp, was started in 1351 and, although the first stage of construction was ended in 1521, has never been 'completed'. In Gothic style, its architects were Jan and Pieter Appelmans. It contains a number of significant works by painter, Rubens. Its spire is 123 m high.

Contents 1 Significant architectural details 1.1 Main (west) portal 2 Major works of art 3 See also

[edit] Significant architectural details

[edit] Main (west) portal

This portal features statues which include the missionary Saint Willibrordus. He is thought to have spent time in Antwerp in the 7th century.

[edit] Major works of art

• The Raising of the Cross - Peter Paul Rubens
• Assumption of the Virgin Mary - Peter Paul Rubens
• The Descent from the Cross - Peter Paul Rubens

[edit] See also

• De Kathedraal - official website
• Cathedral of Our Lady, Visit Antwerpen
• Antwerp Cathedral at Sacred Destinations