...Gothic Architecture can be viewed as the skyscrapers of the medieval era with the sheer height of the buildings and the slender windows and columns adding to the verticality of the buildings. In his book 'Gothic' Prof. Dr Bruno Klein enlightens the readers that Gothic Architecture was not entirely initiated with the construction of St. Denis by Abbot Sugar but rather played as major catalyst for the movement which had slowly started to appear in the late Romanesque movement. By instigating a search through Klein's work a better understanding of the Gothic movement can be achieved. This paper will discuss in detail factors that contributed towards the Gothic movement and how the movement was not initiated by the construction of St. Denise by Abbot Sugar but rather a few years before hand. By exploring factors such as political, social and cultural beliefs and values that influence the dramatic change that helped emerge the gothic movement and differ it from its predecessor. Aim of this paper is showcase and illuminate the differences between Gothic and Romanesque Architecture but also how past Architectural styles transcends over time rather than stop with the Architectural movement ends and moves to another. The fact that the founding stone of Gothic Architecture was laid on the july 14 1140 can be disputed (Toman and Bednorz 2007, pg 28). According to Prof. Dr. Bruno Klein the rebuilding of the choir of the Benedictine church of St. Denis was begun at the influence of Abbot...
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...plans, why he made the plans for a more gothic approach and what it meant. Paragraph 3 The reason a royal styled approach was taken and why this is the case. It all ties up to looking at a better past and bringing it up to the present. Paragraph 4 How Barry and Pugin mixed to make the fine balance and the message that it symbolised. Paragraph 5 How the gothic style meant making a building as one in Pugins eyes. Describe how common hidden parts of a building were almost used as decoration. Also the way the rooms were built compared the classical tradition that was taking place at the time. Paragraph 6 / Conclusion The palace and the two ways that it was built are essentially 'tradition' and 'dissent'. Explain why. Option 1 Pugin and the Revival of the Gothic Tradition To what extent can ideas of tradition and dissent be applied to assist our understanding of the rebuilding of the Palace of Westminster? The ideas of tradition and dissent have a clear involvement in how the Palace of Westminster ended up looking and how the designs were chosen and implicated. The religious choices, multiple connotations, elements of symbolism and the moving on from the traditional strict choice of 'classical' architecture are a combination of tradition and dissent that was intended to express that Britain is moving into a more positive new era. Pugin had a huge role to play in making sure that the new designs for the palace had a gothic theme to them. After the palace fire of...
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...Sacred spaces can be found all over the world. These spaces give religious significance to others and a place to practice their religion. These places are where people go to ask questions, converse with others on similar topics, and to conduct rituals along with song and dance. Not only are they significant to religion, but they are also amazing architectural achievements. At times, ahead of their time, these monuments are pieces of art in themselves. The Cathedral of Chartres, in Paris, is a stunning example of the development of the Gothic style. All gothic style churches are in the shape of a cross. This cross shape symbolizes crucifixion. Most of these style churches are built in such a way that the congregation enters and walks in heading east, towards the altar, to symbolize the resurrection of Jesus Christ. As the congregation leaves the church, they head west. The church was built on the site of old druid ceremonial grounds around a well which was discovered under the cathedral crypt. There was also a basilica during the fourth century where St. Bernard preached the second crusade. In 1594 it was the coronation spot of Henry IV....
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...Art: Romanesque and Gothic Architecture The Romanesque and gothic styles were both placed in the western period during the middle ages. Both styles were mostly applied in architecture. Romanesque art started in the 7th century and it reached the rest of the Western Europe in a short period of time. Romanesque was the main artistic style in the 12th century until it gave way to the beginning of gothic architecture (Banister 12). Romanesque art come into being around 1000 AD and lasted until 1150 AD. The name Romanesque came from the fusion of Roman, Carolingian and Ottonian. The Romanesque architectural styles were of Roman origin. The structural design included large internal spaces which were topped by barrel vaults, piers and squat columns. The windows and doors in the Romanesque style were made of round headed arches and most of the major churches are laid out on the basilica plan and are modified by the additions of buttresses, transepts and towers (Banister 12). The gothic art was a medieval art movement that urbanized in France so it was fully developed in France and in England in the 12th century. By the 13th century, it had already spread all over Germany. Gothic art emerged out of Romanesque art in the 12th century. Gothic art spread all over Western Europe. The gothic sacred structural design is notable for its lightness (flying buttresses) and tall structures which were achieved through the development of firm architectural features which included...
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...the introduction of Gothic architecture and troubadour poetry. Although the Middle Ages began as a time of violence, the emergence of Gothic architecture and troubadour poetry are examples of devotion and expression. During the tenth and eleventh centuries cathedrals were constructed (367). The style of the cathedrals resembled Roman architecture, which was the preceding time period. (367). Features of Roman architecture included “massive walls, rounded stones arches, and small windows” (367). By the twelfth century, this new style gained the name “Gothic.” The Gothic style introduced new engineering improvements and emphasized more emotional expression. The structures of Gothic architecture consisted of pointed arches, high ceilings, and flying buttresses (367). A flying buttress carried the weight of the roof. “Midieval Archtechture” states: “The walls of Gothic buildings could be thinner than previous styles of architecture because the weight of the roof was supported by the arches rather than by the walls. The pointed Gothic arch provided greater flexibility could also span greater distances, allowing vaults to be taller and wider. Thinner walls had wider window openings which encouraged the use of stained glass and the distinctive Gothic Rose windows.” The style was adopted by most religious buildings proving a devotion to faith. In France there stood eighty cathedrals, five hundred abbey churches and thousands of churches constructed in Gothic style. Town...
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...Gothic Revival and All of its Glory Architecture, just like fashion, set trends that change as time goes by. The revolution of style occurs to become concurrent to the fast pacing growth of technology throughout the world. At present, the style that governs and favored upon by most architects is that of contemporary or of modern design. Everywhere you look, one can see buildings made of glass and steel with forms that exhibits simplicity and openness. But it was not always that way, before the increasing popularity of modern architecture, a style characterized by its rejection of the classical approach, became apparent in today’s time, there was a prevailing architectural movement during the 19th century called Gothic Revival that encompasses all the other neoclassical styles in that period. Gothic Revival that is also known as Victorian Gothic or neo-Gothic architecture got its name from the medieval Gothic Architecture it was influenced to. Back in the Medieval era, the style wasn’t referred to as ‘Gothic’ yet, it was only during the period of the Renaissance that the term became commonly used by the people, which was started by Italian architect, historian and writer Giorgio Vasari, deemed all buildings of the middle Ages to be that of having a rude and barbaric quality because it does not conform to the traditional designs of classical Greek and Roman, and also thought of as having an association with the savage Goths, the people who were responsible for the fall of the...
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...* Architecture Paper * HUM/266 April 16, 2013 * Architecture Paper * This paper will compare the architecture of Classical Greek temple such as the Parthenon and medieval Gothic cathedrals such as Salisbury or Amiens cathedrals. The paper will also include the date each structure was built, the main purpose it was built and the type of architecture. The major architectural innovations in each style and the obvious symbolism of each style will also be included. The integral sculptures will also be included and which style the author personally find more interesting, appealing and why. The Acropolis of Athens is a complex of buildings on top of the Acropolis rock watching over Athens. The most recognizable building on the Acropolis is the Parthenon; this structure is one of the most iconic structures in the world. The building is old but stand strong and continue to influence modern-day architecture every western country. Under the leadership of Pericles, the Parthenon was built sometime between the years 447-432 BCE. The structure was designed to be the focus of the Acropolis building complex and was dedicated to the goddess Athena Pallas. The building project of the Acropolis was to demonstrate the political and cultural achievements of Athens and Greece and to accommodate the enormous statue of Athena that was made of gold and ivory by Pheidias. The Parthenon continues to marvel anyone who visits the historic site. Earthquakes, wars, vandalism and looting...
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... Instructor ART/101 Final Project: Art Timeline Architecture has long been a reflection of the attitudes and views of society in which the buildings have been built. The styles, just like political movements, often shift from one end of the spectrum to the other in rebellion against the previous conventions. The shift from Romanesque and Gothic, however, was not a cut and dry transition but more of a fluid transition from one style to the next. The influence of the Gothic style can be seen on churches in different regions in Europe. Although the style may vary slightly from one region to the next, the elements of Gothic architecture can be seen in each of the churches. Saint Denis cathedral is truly the first Gothic cathedral seen in Europe. The construction to renovate the smaller existing structure started in 1135 and was managed by Abbot Suger until the completion in 1144. In Example 1 the arched doorways, lancet windows, flying buttress, and spire can be seen. The stained glass rose window can also be seen, which is found in most, if not all, Gothic cathedrals. The cruciform can be seen in the floor plan, but where Example 1 differs from the previous Romanesque style is that the cathedral is taller and the large windows provide for ample lighting in the worship area rather than a dim, artificially meeting place (Medieval Spell, 2011). One example of the Gothic style is the cathedral of Notre Dame. The construction of the well-known...
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...Architecture Tobias Lopez HUM/226 July 9, 2012 Beverly Smith Architecture Greek Architecture was inspired by the Parthenon in Athens Greece, which was build in 480 BC. The main purpose for which Greek Architecture was know for was its temples. These temples were build in dedication to the Greek gods. Gothic Architecture first originated in the 12th century France, it is most know for the great cathedrals, abbeys and churches of Europe. Both these styles of architecture Characteristics Some of the major characteristics of classical Greek architecture, a majority of the buildings were built using the post-and-lintel method. The Parthenon shows features that were used in Ancient Greek architecture for example the Crepidoma, which is the platform on which the structure was erected on. The Temple of Hephaestos shows the Doric columns, which was another main feature of Greek architecture, was used in buildings build in the seventh century. The columns were a reflection of tree trucks, which was the main use to build columns before they turned to different building materials. The building materials that was use was mostly stone, since Greece contain a great amount of it. The golden rectangle is famous in Greek architecture and is one of the things still used in modern architecture today. Gothic architecture was a mixture of already existing styles of building, this established a new form of building style. This style was mainly used in cathedrals and Gothic churches....
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...The ART of Architecture in Society The Difference of Gothic Church and Jewish Synagogue In today’s society there are many forms of art; pictures, sculpture music and architecture to name a few. Architecture is defined in Merriam-Webster dictionary as: “the art or science of building; the art or practice of designing and building structures and especially habitable ones.” Just look around, you can see art in many buildings of today. The most prominent architecture art forms are religion structures primarily churches. The history of church architecture divides itself into periods, and into countries or regions and by religious affiliation. There are many styles and structural difference in each church. Gothic architecture made of stone that has statues on the outside and several low towers and a low spire with a cross on top of it. The floor plan is often cross-shaped. The most prominent time period is Renaissance period namely the Gothic Style of Churches. These large, often ornate and architecturally prestigious buildings were dominant features of the towns and countryside in which they stood, they had elaborate ceilings, stain glass windows and structure that made them not only marvelous construction achievement’s but true art forms. The most famous and truly a piece of art that represents this time period is Chartres Cathedral one of the finest examples of the French High Gothic style. In contrast of Gothic Churches of yesteryear...
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...Throughout history religion has continually played an important part in the on goings of humanity. Religious differences have created new societies and even sparked domestic and international conflicts. Beyond these areas of influence, religion has affected art in the form of the colloquial idea of art as well as literature, sculpture and architecture. Two structures where religion plays heavy influence, in differing time periods are the Arch of Constantine in Rome, Italy, and the Notre Dame de Paris Cathedral in Paris, France. The two exhibit the different views of Christianity in their respective time periods. While, the Arch of Constantine was constructed during the rise of Christianity and the Notre Dame de Paris was originally constructed during a time when the norm was to build extravagant pieces as a tribute to God. The political, cultural, religious and economic climates all had a hand in creating the similarities and differences between the two structures. This analysis will show that regardless of temporal period religion plays a significant role in architecture during the Renaissance and the Enlightenment. The construction of churches and religious-themed buildings was common in the newly emerging city-states and the already well-established areas. The arch was commissioned by the Roman Senate in the fourth century A.D., in the Italian city of Rome situated between the Coliseum and the Palatine Hill. The beginnings of Christianity, or the Flowering of Christianity...
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...Stephanie Rogers Mr. Coleman English 3 10/22/13 Gothic Literature The word gothic has a lot of different meanings. Gothic literature plays a main role in the gothic category. Gothic literature is broke down into many categories. Gothic literature can be cut down in three parts. The History Of Goths, Connection to The Gothic Nove,l and Elements Of The Gothic Novel. The Goths are one of the Germanic tribes that fought with The Roman Empire. The style of architecture prevalent in western Europe in the 12–16th centuries, characterized by pointed arches, rib vaults, and flying buttresses, together with large windows and elaborate tracery. It could mean “medieval” or “uncouth”. It could refer to people in the rock genre of music. Also people that wear the color black. It was awhile before they come up with another meaning. They rediscovered the culture as a type of architecture during the middle ages. Then it eventually started describing certain types of novels. That started taking place in the Gothic-styled architecture. Many of the highly regarded Gothic novelists published their writing and much of the novel's form was defined. Writers such as Steven King are gothic literature writers. He does gothic literature in books and in movies. As Ann B. Tracy writes in her novel The Gothic Novel 1790-1830 Plot Summaries and Index to Motifs, the Gothic novel could be seen as a description of a fallen world. Gothic are a type of archetype that are found In a pattern to...
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...is going to comparing and contrasting the two Gothic Cathedrals Art Works from different times so as to lay out the key differences in their styles, time, societies and characteristics. Difference and similarities of the two artists’ stylistic will also be highlighting with their ideas, thought patterns and relativity according to the society which they belong. Thesis Statement This paper aims to explain various differences between the three designers and the painters the two Gothic Cathedrals. The artwork design and their work occur at the different times. The paper is strive to explain and detail the more about the works of art being done by three Artist and how they are importance to the society they belong, their stylistic and cultural significance, and how they act as windows into the era to which they belong. Introduction The paper is going to explain and discuss the two Gothic cathedrals the Notre Dame de Chartres cathedral and the Bourges cathedral. Both cathedrals have very beautiful structure and they were located at two different places. The Notre Dame de Chartres cathedral was built in France between 1145 and 1513 and it is also the Gothic architecture. Another Gothic cathedral architecture is the Bourges and it is located in Bourges France .the Gothic architecture Style is one of the most beautiful works of art the man had ever made. The Gothic cathedral was originated from the Romanesque building architecture style which lasted for about one hundred years...
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...Gothic: The Evangelical Cathedral In Sibiu [pic] The artwork is very much 3dimensional and the materials used to complete this project are not really known but it is constructed with a gothic style characterized with arched bolts on the walls and tombstones. The colors used are pretty simple, built with a 13th century theme. Its measures include 73.34 meters in height and is well known as the largest building built in Romania and also verified as the highest cathedral in the country. The uses of value, line, shape and value are very much similar to the same styles due to the fact of the way that the cathedral is built. The towers are all symmetrical to each other and each stone is the same size all around so that gives its shape also a well round symmetrical look throughout the whole outside of the cathedral. The arts subject matter of the cathedral was intended on a creation of a historic landmark. Built in the place of Romanesque building from the 12th century, but the entire structure depicts influences from central Europe. The artwork can be known as representational because it represents a landmark towards central Europe. Its structure is surrounded and built upon statues and monuments which exist of great value, also due to the fact the cathedral was renovated and constructed over due time shows its importance towards past and future references. This work of art represents a gothic architect in Transylvania which it was built in 1520, this cathedral...
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...Running head: ROMANESQUE VS. GOTHIC ARCHITECTURE 1 Romanesque vs. Gothic Architecture WGU Humanities IWT 1 ROMANESQUE VS. GOTHIC ARCHITECTURE Romanesque vs. Gothic Architecture Romanesque architecture, one of the most important styles of European art that developed during the Middle Ages in a time of heavy religious fervor. During the Romanesque period devout Christians would undertake long pilgrimages in order to visit and venerate the relics of saints and martyrs. Large numbers of people moved from one monastery to another creating travel routes which would later become trade routes. Because of this large influx of people, churches were built large enough to hold hundreds of people. Romanesque architecture style was one of the first to build entirely with stone materials instead of wood because stone was the only thing that would support the heavy roofs. The 2 structure was massive, boxy and low to the ground. Round Roman arches, thick walls, and small windows are typical of the buildings. All Romanesque architecture was built to make a statement of power and wealth. Romanesque buildings were not just churches, abbeys, and monasteries; they also encapsulated the castles. These castles were used as power sources and were built to be sturdy and long lasting during times of war. This meant that buildings were serviceable, durable, defensive, and strong, but not very creative. The Gothic style grew out of the Romanesque architectural style, when both prosperity and...
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