About Autun Cathedral
Autun Cathedral, known as Cathédrale Saint-Lazare, is a medieval church renowned for its decorations by famous French sculptor, Gislebertus.
Originally built between 1120 and 1130, Autun Cathedral was added to over the centuries, such as its stone spire, which dates to the 15th century. Amongst its most celebrated features is its Romanesque west tympanum of the Last Judgement.
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