1902 Print Cathedral-Basilica Mary Queen Of The World Montreal Quebec XGNB7

This is an original 1902 black and white halftone print of "St. James Cathedral, Montreal." This image captures the Roman Catholic Cathedral-Basiclica of Mary, Queen of the World in Montreal, Quebec. Known as "St. James Cathedral" in honor of Saint James the Great, the parish patron, during the early twentieth century, today it is not to be confused with the Protestant church of the same name in Montreal, which is affiliated with the United Church of Cananda. It was rededicated "Mary, Queen of the World," in 1955 by Pope Pius XII.

The construction of the Cathedral-Basilica of Mary, Queen of the World was ordered by Ignace Bourget in 1852, following the fire at Saint-Jacques Cathedral. The design is a reduced-scale interpretation of St. Peter's in Rome, with construction beginning in 1875. Upon its completion, it was the largest church in Quebec. Made a minor basilica by Pope Benedict XV, it is currently the seat of the Roman Catholic archdiocese of Montreal. It is connected to the main buildings of the Archdiocese, forming the eastern side of Place du Canada, making it a commanding presence on Dorchester Square.

CONDITION

This 109+ year old Item is rated Near Mint +. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint +
• Dimensions: Approximately 7.5 x 5.5 inches; 19 x 14 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: Roman Catholic Church, Architecture, Religion, Religious Architecture, Canada, Paul-Emile Leger, National Historic Site of Canada

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