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1. www.vam.ac.uk › articles › the-gothic-style-an-introductionThe Gothic style – an introduction · V&A

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   The Gothic style first appeared in the early 12th century in northern France and rapidly spread beyond its origins in architecture to sculpture, textiles and painting, including frescoes, stained glass and illuminated manuscripts. This sophisticated new design style combined a detailed observation of nature with an expressive elegance.

2. smarthistory.org › gothic-architecture-explainedSmarthistory – Gothic architecture explained

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   Dec 6, 2023 · Gothic architecture explained; Gothic architecture, an introduction; Cecily Brown on medieval sculptures of the Madonna and Child. France. Browse this content; Architecture. Birth of the Gothic: Abbot Suger and the ambulatory at St. Denis; Chartres Cathedral; Cathedral of Notre-Dame, Paris; Reims Cathedral; Amiens Cathedral; Sainte-Chapelle, Paris

3. www.britannica.com › art › Gothic-artGothic art | Medieval Architecture, Sculpture & Painting

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   Apr 17, 2024 · Architecture was the most important and original art form during the Gothic period. The principal structural characteristics of Gothic architecture arose out of medieval masons’ efforts to solve the problems associated with supporting heavy masonry ceiling vaults over wide spans.