Explore Interior of St. Matthias Church in Budapest
It amazes me how art historians depict the themes of their times. The era is clearly reflected through their works. At St Matthias in Budapest too I was mesmerized by the way they decorated the ceilings, walls, windows and altar of the church.
The first church on this spot dates to the 11th century but what we get to see today is from a 14th century late Gothic building. During late 1800s a big tower added to the structure transformed the interior into the marvel that it is today.
Interior of St Matthias Church in Budapest is unique. It is very colorful; this colorful character of the church is due to the beautiful cultural interchange of East and West. The various geometric and floral ornaments are a reminder of the Mosque that existed here before. Read the story here: St Matthias Church Exterior. The unique interiors were created at the end of nineteenth century, by Bertalan Szekely a leading painter of his times.
St Matthias Church Interior
St Matthias Church Budapest Architectural Details
Interior of this holy Catholics church of Budapest is dotted with several chapels, paintings, and interesting architectural details. As you walk through and explore the interior watch out for:
- The Pulpit that was designed by Frigyes Schulek (1841-1919). He is known for restoring the church. Budapest, Hungary.
- The main altar and several chapels.
- Tombs of King Béla III and his wife, which was moved to the chapel in 1896. Frigyes Schulek designed the tomb and Ferenc Mikula created the sculpture. The twelve apostles are lined up in a row above the tomb.
- Church’s stained-glass windows
- The three statues in the Saint Emeric Chapel depict the King St. Stephen, St. Emeric of Hungary (who holds a lily), and Gerard Bishop of Csanárd.
- Mihály Zichy painted the scenes from the life of St. Emeric.
- Winged altarpiece that has God the father holding the crucified Christ. All five panels embody an eclectic mixture of revival styles: the four panels on the wings of the altarpiece use the plateau compositions of Northern Renaissance paintings like Van Eyck and Memling, and center panel seems to combine Byzantine subject with later style.
Paintings in St Matthias Church Interior
Brilliant Patterns and Colors
The patterns and colors used are brilliant. The whole of inside seemed to be wrapped in a colourful fabric; I simply could not take my eyes off the details.
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Beautiful shots!
Very nice..!
Very nice..!
The stained glass of a lamb is gorgeous… Lovely intricate art work!
Wonderful St. Mathias Church interiors! Nice images, Indrani!
wow! thnx for sharing these fotos Indrani. can't help admiring how beautiful its structures was and its intricate details.
love the stain glass etching.
I'm learning so much about the architecture of churches in Budapest through your blog!
beautiful interior pictures ..
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The interior of this church is truly both unique and beautiful. Thank you for showing some of the detail in your last photo.
am not a religious person..but i like the art in churches…nice shots!!
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I love this series of shots. My son is named matthew. I must take him to budapest just to see this church. wow.
Wow! Thanks Ind for these wonderful images…
Beautiful shots of the church !
Beautiful photos, lovely carvings, the stained glass windows, the spiral window, everything. Thank you for sharing them.
Gorgeous and such fabulous photos!! Thanks
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SueAnn
Enjoyed the tour. Love to travel
Adorable interiors!
Beautiful interiors.
Indrani, thanks for sharing this lovely church. The colors and details are gorgeous. The stained glass windows are beautiful. Lovely photos! Have a great week!
lovely pictures…
Exquisite shots! I love them all!
Love stained glass windows! The work of art is so ornate. Love those delicate details.
I love the 3rd photo from the top. A fabulous cathedral.
Like the way you have captured the details of the ceiling.
what a strange and delightful 'spiral occulous' window!
great shots really show the ancient patina of the place
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Great interior shots of the beautiful church.
The fourth picture is incredible, my mind is agog.
Beautiful framing, I like that beautiful photos with delicious inner light. Greetings.
Beautiful interior and your photos, too.
Regards and best wishes
Incredible captures and such an amazing building!! The detail is incredible! Interesting combination of east and west! Hope you have a great week, Indrani!
Sylvia
Beautiful pictures from inside, and a good eye for details.
Greetings, Joop
Those shots are gorgeous!