Last September when Mr. Autumn and I bicycled through France, I took lots of photos of crosses and windows. The French have such interesting windows. I thought you might enjoy seeing some of them.
This is one of the most famous windows in the world – the Rose Window in Le Cathedral de Notre Dame.
These windows are in the chapel at the hunting lodge of one of the Louis (es?). He went here when he was tired of Versailles – poor baby. (I don’t remember if it was 14, 15, 16, etc). Even though the windows look chartreuse, they are clear. The reflection made them look absolutely beautiful.
This simple window treatment looks as if it is a row of napkins that have been pinned to a rod.
This is the window of a city hall. They are often decked out in flowers.
Again, I love the simplicity of the windows in this country cottage. This is truly country French. Many times we Americans misinterpret what country French really is supposed to look like.
I love the clear crystal chandelier hanging in front of this leaded window. The chandelier almost disappears. This chapel was in a little village along our route. It had once been beside a monastery which had been bombed.
Here are the windows of another city hall in another village. Do you see a pattern?
I love how you can see the tiled roof of a nearby cottage through this stained glass window.
Who needs curtains to soften the windows when these vines can do it?
This color, which is very popular in this country now, has probably been on these old shutters for years and years. Look at the moss growing on the tiled roof. Isn’t it just the best?
Can anyone say patina?
This shutter design was everywhere. How charming is that?
Not only do I love this shuttered window, but the stone work and line of the roof are perfection. Look at the little medallions on the corners.
Isn’t this entrance through these French doors welcoming? The meal there was outstanding, by the way.
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Thank you for sharing these photos! I love all the old buildings and the windows with the charming curtains. Love that house in the 5th photo. So adorable!
Thanks for visiting me today and welcome….I’m following you also! I love the idea of you and your daughter blogging together! I am going on my first ever trip to Paris in May. it was my 40th anniversary gift from my husband…I can’t wait! I am going to be talking about that more in the coming months and will be asking readers for suggestions and advice! hope you’ll participate.
Lorraine
Fabulous photos of windows in France. Must have been a wonderful trip.
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The photos are breathtaking….The window treatments are simple, yet stunning…What a memorable trip..Blessings, Becky
All I can say is “Wow”!..the photos are spectacular..love all the patina and the windows are beyond words..What a way to tour France..on your bikes..something I know my hubby would enjoy..hmmm, maybe if presented in that way, he may consider!.. Thank you for sharing these great photos!
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Oh my goodness these pictures are just gorgeous, What a wonderful trip that must have been!
OMG! What inspiring photos! My husband and I are planning a trip to France this fall and I can’t wait to see images such as these in person. I see you are in Lexington. I live in Pikeville but we have a home at Griffin Gate in Lexington and are there quite often. A friend of mine owns Belle Maison Antiques next to LV Harkness in Greentree Close downtown and it’s one of my favorite places to shop for French antiques. Hugs, Kim
It’s good to hear from you. I go to the Greentree for tea frequently and always stop in at Belle Maison. They have beautiful things. Lucky you to have a home in both places. That makes it convenient when you visit Lex.
Such a wonderful trip down memory lane. I am attracted to the domestic scene when I travel and have many photos of windows. Whenever I see a window with the sort of treatment featured on the cottage I swear that I’ll get out my filet crochet bag and get to work!
Absolutely stunning! Every photo was good as the next. Dreamy!
Stunning pictures. We went to France before we started our family and it was just amazing!
Have a great week.
XO
Ktristin
The photos are wonderful, my favorites are windows and doors! I love the one with the pink vines growing on the house and the last one. I could see myself living in both of those!
Debbie