Which of the following works represented the beginning of the process of separating architectural sculpture from its architectural setting or niche?

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The 13th century statues on the West Front of Reims Cathedral were the first works to be separated from their architectural setting, as they were placed on tall, narrow pedestals that allowed them to be viewed independently of the architecture. This marked the beginning of the trend towards more independent, free-standing sculpture in the Gothic period.

Which of the Following Works Represented the Beginning of the Process