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Nov 26, 2020 · Nov 26, 2020. #11. IOW, my current understanding is that Visigothic architecture and sculpture is Pre-Romanesque while Pre-Romanesque is a much wider definition. Also I don't think that (Spanish) Visigothic architecture developed into Romanesque, as Romanesque spread from Italy and France into Spain.
Dec 9, 2023 · Hijack away. I agree, and I love Gothic architecture, in particular the perpendicular style of the so-called ´wool churches´ in East Anglia like Blythburgh church (either beautifully restored or miraculously intact, not sure but it´s a stunner), and one of the joys of standing in a Gothic cathedral is just marvelling at their technical expertise.
Nov 19, 2020 · Romanesque architecture is known by its massive quality, thick walls, round arches, sturdy pillars, barrel vaults, large towers. Each building has clearly defined forms, frequently of very regular, symmetrical plan; the overall appearance is one of simplicity when compared with the Gothic buildings
Nov 19, 2020 · Romanesque vaults can be called tunnel, barrel or groin vaults. Romanesque architecture can vary, reflecting local style. Romanesque is a rural phenomenon and was nurtured in monasteries. It also emerged on the pilgrim route to Santiago, at Vézelay, Conques, Toulouse and Pary-le-Monial.
Dec 12, 2020 · Finally, the round shapes of the Romanesque - seen in arches and vaults - were replaced by the pointed geometric forms of Gothic architecture, specifically pointed arches and ribbed vaults. These features had a practical function, as pointed arches were stronger than rounded arches and ribbed vaults helped distribute the weight of the ceiling, but they also became part of the Gothic visual aesthetic.
Aug 1, 2019 · The Romanesque style in England is more traditionally referred to as Norman architecture. Romanesque architecture is characterized by its massive quality, its thick walls, round arches, sturdy piers, groin vaults, large towers, and decorative arcading. Each building has clearly defined forms and frequently has very regular and symmetrical plans ...
Oct 25, 2020 · Romanesque architecture is an architectural style of medieval Europe characterized by semi-circular arches. There is no consensus for the beginning date of the Romanesque style, with proposals ranging from the 6th to the 11th century, this later date being the most commonly held. In the 12th century it developed into the Gothic style, marked by ...
9. An example of Baroque- Romanesque architecture in Ilo-ilo that shows through its massive quality, thick walls, round arches, sturdy piers, groin vaults, large towers and decorative arcades A. Miag-ao church C. Molo Church B. B. The Ruins D. Paoay Church
Romanesque characteristic and function. Combining features of Roman and Byzantine buildings and other local traditions, Romanesque architecture exhibits massive quality, thick walls, round arches , sturdy piers , groin vaults , large towers, and symmetrical plans. The art of the period was characterized by a vigorous style in both painting and ...
Feb 27, 2021 · 2. Which of the following is an example of Baroque-Romanesque architecture? A The Ruins C Miag-ao Church B. Balay Negrense Museum D. Molo Church 3. This style of architecture is characterized by pointed arches, rib vaults, and flying buttresses, together with large windows and elaborately tracery. A Neoclassical B. Baroque C. Gothic D ...
