Gothic churches feature:
* rectilinear, often Latin cross, plan forms * pointed arches * rib vault roof structure * columns bearing much of the weight rather than the walls
and the columns in combination with * flying buttresses
allow the characteristic
* very high walls and
* large amounts of glazing giving light interiors
which allow the use of * stained glass There is also a lot of
* ornamentation
especially on the western facade.
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The "new" Gothic cathedral was different from previous churches in its architectural style and grandeur. Two ways in which it stood out were its use of pointed arches and ribbed vaults, which allowed for taller and more spacious interiors, and its large stained glass windows that filled the space with colorful light.
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Gargoyles can be found at Churches and Cathederals. They are a feature of Gothic architecture. People also have them in their gardens as decoration and near plants to keep away bad spirits and diseases.
picardy is famous for gothic cathedrials, local gardns , rivers , gothic churches and medieval castles
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Churches were one of the inspirations for Gothic architecture. Islamic architecture was another influence on Gothic architecture. You will also find some small Renaissance influences.
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The main focus of Gothic artists was to communicate religious messages to the public. Most Gothic art was found in churches and other large buildings.
Italian mendicant churches from the Gothic period are typically distinguished by their simplicity, use of pointed arches, and large windows that allow for ample natural light. These churches often feature tall, slender columns and have a more austere and less ornate decoration compared to other Gothic churches. Additionally, they are known for their emphasis on preaching and communal worship, reflecting the values of the mendicant orders who used these churches as places of ministry.
Romanesque churches were characterized by thick walls, small windows, rounded arches, and a simplicity of design. In contrast, Gothic churches featured flying buttresses, pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and large stained glass windows, creating a sense of verticality and lightness. Gothic architecture also allowed for taller and more spacious interiors.
Today, much more ugly churches, more practical and warm, but the Gothics ones are stunning, well worth the trade off.
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la Sainte-Chapelle and many gothic churches can be found in Paris. The Notre-Dame cathedral is also built in Gothic style.
Art of the Western World - 1989 A White Garment of Churches Romanesque and Gothic Art was released on: USA: 9 October 1989
In western Europe the churches and some other public buildings built during the Middle Ages had a distinctive style that was at first called 'gothic' (barbarian) out of contempt by comparison with the standard romanesque style that had prevailed for several centuries. After further developments in architectural style, such a Greek revival (putting up buildings that looked like the Parthenon), churches of the 19th century were built in a 'gothic revival' style which not not genuine but copied the external appearance of the medieval gothic cathedrals. The US has a lot of gothic revival churches and cathedrals.