Important Christian Artifacts
Notre Dame housed many religious artifacts, including a crown of thorns that is believed to have been worn by Jesus. It also was home to a piece of ancient wood, which some believe may have been a part of the cross that Jesus was crucified on. However, it was not home to only important Christian artifacts.
Important Christian Artifacts
The Artworks At Risk
As people watched the Cathedral burn, they wondered what would be the fate of the famous 18th century organ, which musicians had to book years in advance in order to play it. The Cathedral was also home to statues that date back to the 1300s, as well as the Mays paintings, which were added to the structure between 1630 and 1707.
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The Artworks At Risk