Romanesque Architecture is a form of medieval architecture that adapts the roman styles of construction (as in the phrase "roman"-esque), seen distinctly in its rounded arches. It developed around 6th century AD and is often compared to its descendant, Gothic Architecture. What makes it different is the lack of large penetrations in the walls (examples are taken from the medieval churches as little else constructed from that time remains standing). Most of these churches often used tapestries rather than stained glass (as in the high Gothic ages) to document and/or tell stories. The romanesque churches have a rather heavy feel to them with very solid and large wall structures with attached (rather than flying) buttresses.
A flying buttress is not a feature of Romanesque architecture.
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Romanesque architecture is a style that emerged in Europe during the late 10th to the early 12th centuries, characterized by its robust and solid forms. It features thick stone walls, rounded arches, barrel vaults, and large towers, often with intricate sculptural decorations. This style was commonly used in the construction of churches and monasteries, reflecting the stability and security of the period. Romanesque architecture laid the groundwork for the later development of Gothic architecture, which introduced more verticality and light.
During the medieval period the main style of architecture was Gothic.
Julius Baum has written: 'Romanesque architecture in France' -- subject(s): Architecture, Architecture, Romanesque, Church architecture, Romanesque Architecture
Alfred William Clapham has written: 'English romanesque architecture before the conquest' -- subject(s): Church architecture, Cross and crosses, Crosses, Romanesque Architecture 'English romanesque architecture' -- subject(s): Church architecture, Crosses, England, Romanesque Architecture 'Romanesque architecture in England' -- subject(s): Architecture, Romanesque Architecture 'Thornton Abbey, Lincolnshire' -- subject(s): Thornton Abbey
The Hagia Sophia is not romanesque architecture. It is byzantium.
romanesque.Medieval architecture is actually referred to as Gothic Architecture.
Harald Busch has written: 'Pre-Romanesque art' -- subject(s): Architecture, Romanesque, Art, Romanesque, Romanesque Architecture, Romanesque Art 'Renaissance sculpture'
Godehard has written: 'Rheinische Romanik im 19. Jahrhundert' -- subject(s): Architecture and state, Architecture, Romanesque, Church architecture, Conservation and restoration, Romanesque Architecture, Romanesque revival (Architecture)
Thomas Inkersley has written: 'An inquiry into the chronological succession of the styles of romanesque and pointedarchitecture in France' -- subject(s): Architecture, France, Architecture, Gothic, Architecture, Romanesque, France Architecture, Gothic Architecture, Romanesque Architecture
Felix Kayser has written: 'Kreuz und Rune' -- subject- s -: Architecture, Romanesque, Art, Romanesque, Lombards, Romanesque Architecture, Romanesque Art
A flying buttress is not a feature of Romanesque architecture.
Pointed arches is not a feature of Romanesque architecture. Romanesque architecture is characterized by semi-circular arches, thick walls, and small windows. Pointed arches are a signature element of Gothic architecture.
Jean-Maurice Rouquette has written: 'Provence romane' -- subject(s): Architecture, Romanesque, Church architecture, Romanesque Architecture
Raymond Oursel has written: 'Airvault' -- subject(s): Saint-Pierre d'Airvault (Church) 'France romane' -- subject(s): Architectural Decoration and ornament, Architecture, Romanesque, Church architecture, Decoration and ornament, Architectural, Romanesque Architecture 'Lyonnais, Dombes, Bugey et Savoie romans' -- subject(s): Art, Romanesque, Romanesque Art 'La dispute et la grace' 'Haut-Poitou roman' -- subject(s): Architecture, Romanesque, Church architecture, Romanesque Architecture 'Romanisches Burgund'