The oratory

A place of prayer for canons

At the corner of the north and east galleries is a small oratory dedicated to prayer for the canons.

Its two windows, overlooking the rue de la Psalette, are decorated with contemporary stained-glass windows illustrating the theme of the Eucharist. Dated 1948, they are the work of Max Ingrand (1908-1969), a renowned French master glassworker and decorator who is also credited with the stained glass windows in the library on the second floor, as well as in the side chapels of the adjoining cathedral.

Each window features two figures. In the left-hand window, one of the figures carries a basket filled with grapes, while the other raises the chalice. This represents the offering of wine. In the right-hand window, the first figure holds a sheaf of wheat, while the second raises the host. This is the symbol of the offering of bread.