Gothic architecture originated in northern France in the 12th century and spread across Europe. Some key aspects include ribbed vaulting, pointed arches, flying buttresses, rose windows, and elaborate façades with statues. Famous Gothic cathedrals include Notre Dame and Chartres in France, which feature extensive use of stained glass, and Reims, Amiens, and Salisbury Cathedrals in England. Gothic architecture reached its peak in the high Gothic period of the 13th century and declined thereafter.
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1. Chapter 13 Gothic
How did Gothic architecture start?
What are the main concepts?
Where did it start and most flourish?
What are the different periods of Gothic
and what makes them separate?
24. 13.14 Royal Portal of the west façade, Chartres Cathedral, c. 1140–50.
http://www.paradoxplace.com/Photo%20Pages/France/Chartres/West_Facade/West_Portal.htm
44. Grotesques
(do not act as water
Gutters, but to scare off
Evil spirits)
Mrs. Jones' Photos
https://picasaweb.google.com/115704858216819908267/ParisNotreDame#5645457665845175474