keeping with the doctrine of the Lutheran church, the decoration of the choir is exxtremely simple; ony the most essential elements are prsent; an altar, candles, a crucifix, and a lectern. The altar and lectern are recent creations made by Philippe Keppelin in the 20th century. The organ of the church is found in the tribune at the end of the nave, over the portal. It is a modern instrument, made by the factor Mülheisen in 1982–1983. Art and Decoration THe decoration of the church is rather austere, followong Lutheran tradition, but it does contain three notable paintings from the 17th century: -"The Good Samaritan" and "The Healing of the blind man of Jericho, both painted by Johann Carl Loth (1632-1698). THey feature massive figures, dramatic illumination and warm colors, in the style of Mannerism. -"Christ on the Cross" by Lubin Baugin (1612-1663), showing the body of Christ filling the canvas, delicately illuminated and perfectly poised, against a background of turbulence and darkneness. Notes and citations Bibliography (in French) Dumoulin, Aline; Ardisson, Alexandra; Maingard, Jérôme; Antonello, Murielle; Églises de Paris (2010), Éditions Massin, Issy-Les-Moulineaux, (in French) Hillairet, Jacques; Connaissance du Vieux Paris; (2017); Éditions Payot-Rivages, Paris; (in French). (In French) External links Website of the church (in French) History of church on website of Protesant Churches of Franceh (in French) Article in French Wikipedia Site on history and art of the church (in French) |Detailed article by Philippe Cachau on the history of the church (in French) See Also List of historic churches in Paris