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In churches, the alter rail separates the sanctuary from the nave. Built in the 17th century, this balustrade is made of wood and copper, with a copper gate. Thin sheets of yellow copper overlay a wooden frame. The rails are decorated with engraved roses, suns and leaves.
1664 - 1730

Notre-Dame-de-Lorette Church

This album presents just a fraction of the treasures from Notre-Dame-de-Lorette Church. The objects illustrate the history of the Huron-Wendat Nation and their evangelization by the Jesuits. Despite the nation’s relocation from Ancienne-Lorette to Wendake and the subsequent burning of the chapel, the objects have been preserved. Today, they form a cohesive whole that is rare. Most date back to the French Regime. Come and take a look at this rich collection presented in this album, prepared by the Musée Huron-Wendat in Wendake.

Alter rail

17th century In churches, the alter rail separates the sanctuary from the nave. Built in the 17th century, this balustrade is made of wood and copper, with a copper gate. Thin sheets of yellow copper overlay a wooden frame. The rails are decorated with engraved roses, suns and leaves.
Chronoscope What comments or thoughts does this item evoke for you? (unilingual French for a limited time) Source: Musée huron-wendat  Image used with the permission of the Musée huron-wendat. No reproduction without permission. - Date: 1665