Théodore-Gérard Hanssen [SEP] place of death
Théodore-Gérard Hanssen
Théodore-Gérard Hanssen, best known under the name Théo Hanssen (10 August 1885, Wonck - 29 May 1957, Roanne) was a Belgian stained glass artist mainly active in France. His windows include some of those at Notre-Dame de la Trinité Basilica in Blois. He also painted in oils and watercolour, worked in enamel and designed church vestments, as well as being an amateur musician.
He is considered as one of the main revivers of glass-making techniques, alongside Louis
large windows illustrating the mysteries of Mary in the history of salvation, at the heart of the Trinity - they were designed by Louis Barillet, Jacques Le Chevallier and Théodore-Gérard Hanssen. The vault mosaic over the high altar develops those themes, whilst the other ceiling mosaics are by Marthe Flandrin. A frieze by the sculptor Jean Lambert-Rucki runs down both sides of the nave, showing the stations of the cross.
External links.
- Official site - Notre-Dame de la Trinité de Blois
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