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1. www.khanacademy.org › a › gothic-architecture-an-introductionGothic architecture: an introduction (article) | Khan Academy

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   The most fundamental element of the Gothic style of architecture is the pointed arch, which was likely borrowed from Islamic architecture that would have been seen in Spain at this time. The pointed arch relieved some of the thrust, and therefore, the stress on other structural elements.

2. www.theartstory.org › movement › gothic-art-and-architectureGothic Art and Architecture Overview | TheArtStory

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   Summary of Gothic Art and Architecture. With soaring vaults and resplendent stained glass windows, Gothic architecture attempted to recreate a heavenly environment on earth. Elaborating on Romanesque styles, Gothic builders, beginning in the 12 th century, further developed the use of flying buttresses and decorative tracery between stained ...

3. www.worldhistory.org › article › 1649Gothic Cathedrals: Architecture & Divine Light

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   Dec 8, 2020 · published on 08 December 2020. Available in other languages: Afrikaans, French. Gothic cathedrals are some of the most recognizable and magnificent architectural feats.

4. smarthistory.org › gothic-architecture-an-introductionSmarthistory – Gothic architecture, an introduction

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   Dec 6, 2023 · The most fundamental element of the Gothic style of architecture is the pointed arch, which was likely borrowed from Islamic architecture that would have been seen in Spain at this time. The pointed arch relieved some of the thrust, and therefore, the stress on other structural elements.

5. 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.

6. 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

7. 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.