Interior view
by GIBBS, James, Photo
The St. Martin-in-the-Fields at Trafalgar Square in London is the most important work of James Gibbs. It demonstrates the freedom with which Gibbs used his historical prototypes. The extended building with a Corinthian portico refers to Pantheon, here with nave structure and tower in the manner of Wren instead of the dome space. The original combination of temple fa�ade and a steeply rising tower was to provide a model for many parish churches throughout the country.