Smiling Angel, Gothic sculpture in France
The Smiling Angel is a notable statue located at the Reims Cathedral.
Created around 1240, it's a masterpiece of Gothic art from the 13th century.
The figure represents the joy and optimism characteristic of early Gothic sculptures.
The Smiling Angel can be visited at the western portal of the Reims Cathedral.
Restored after World War I, the angel became an emblem of Reims' resilience.
Inception: 1240
Material: stone
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap