Claire Tabouret Selected to Create New Stained Glass Windows for Notre-Dame de Paris

The French artist's contemporary designs will replace 19th-century windows in the cathedral's south chapels, with installation planned for 2026.

Claire Tabouret, a 43-year-old French artist, has been chosen to design six new stained glass windows for Notre-Dame de Paris, in collaboration with the Simon-Marq glass workshop.
The project aims to introduce contemporary art to the cathedral while respecting its historical and religious context, including alignment with existing designs like the 'Tree of Jesse' window.
The new windows will replace 19th-century 'grisaille' designs by Eugène Viollet-le-Duc that were not damaged in the 2019 fire, sparking opposition from heritage advocates, including a petition with over 245,000 signatures.
The selection process involved a competition with 110 initial applicants, narrowed to eight finalists, and overseen by a 20-member artistic committee including representatives from the church and cultural institutions.
The installation is scheduled for completion by the end of 2026, following six months of study and approximately 18 months of creation.