Presentation is loading. Please wait.

Presentation is loading. Please wait.

Gothic Art History 12 th century – 15 th century Architecture.

Published byAmber Miles Modified over 9 years ago

Similar presentations

Presentation on theme: "Gothic Art History 12 th century – 15 th century Architecture."— Presentation transcript:

1 Gothic Art History 12 th century – 15 th century Architecture

2

3 Gothic Architecture Gothic architecture originated in 12 th century France, and continued into the 15 th century. Gothic architecture is seen in cathedrals, especially in France and England. The Gothic architectural style was developed to bring light into the lives of people that visited the church.

4 Gothic Architecture HEIGHT and LIGHT are characteristic in Gothic architecture. Gothic architects developed new ways to emphasize the height of the church and let light into the church space.

5 Elements of Gothic Architecture: The Pointed Arch

6 Elements of Gothic Architecture: The Ribbed Vault

7 Elements of Gothic Architecture: The Flying Buttress

8 Elements of Gothic Architecture: Spire

9 Elements of Gothic Architecture: Rose Window

10 Cathedral of Notre Dame. Chartres, France. ca. 1145-1220 Notre Dame means “Our Lady” and refers to the Virgin Mary in Christianity. The Chartres Cathedral holds what was believed by many Christians to be the Virgin Mary’s tunic (a piece of clothing). This tunic is considered to be a sacred relic, and attracted many Christians to this cathedral.

11

12 Cathedral of Notre Dame. Chartres, France. ca. 1145-1220 The Chartres Cathedral began construction in 1145. Fifty years later, a fire destroyed all but the eastern crypt and west façade. The western façade contains a rose window and two spires. The two spires look very different from each other, because they were built during different time periods.

13 Belle Verriére Window. 12 th century. Stained glass window, height approx. 14’. Cathedral of Notre Dame, Chartres. Chartres Cathedral has over 180 stained glass windows. Stained glass windows are made up of hundreds of small pieces of tinted glass held together by strips of lead.

14 Belle Verriére Window. 12 th century. Stained glass window, height approx. 14’. Cathedral of Notre Dame, Chartres. The most famous stained glass window in Chartres is the Belle Verriére Window. The Belle Verriére Window shows the Virgin Mary carrying the Christ Child on her lap in the top, central window panes. This window is unique because it has one large image that is made up of multiple panels.

Download ppt "Gothic Art History 12 th century – 15 th century Architecture."

Similar presentations

SIXTH GRADE VISUAL ARTS

SIXTH GRADE VISUAL ARTS
CATHEDRAL OF NOTRE DAME CHARTRES, FRANCE

CATHEDRAL OF NOTRE DAME CHARTRES, FRANCE
Chapter 15: Emergence of Gothic Art GOTHIC ART. GOTHIC: mid-12 th to end of 15 th c. Goths and other barbarians had brought about the fall of Rome Critics.

Chapter 15: Emergence of Gothic Art GOTHIC ART. GOTHIC: mid-12 th to end of 15 th c. Goths and other barbarians had brought about the fall of Rome Critics.
Architecture of The Middle Ages. Teacher: “Why do some people call the Middle Ages the Dark Ages?” Student: “Because there were so many knights.”

Architecture of The Middle Ages. Teacher: “Why do some people call the Middle Ages the Dark Ages?” Student: “Because there were so many knights.”
Erica Ness Moreno Valley High School

Erica Ness Moreno Valley High School
Gardner’s Art Through the Ages, 12e

Gardner’s Art Through the Ages, 12e
French Gothic Stokstad, Ch. 16. French Gothic Art 16-2 and 7 Cathedral of Notre Dame, Chartres (c. 1134 and later); 16-12 plan 16-13 Nave, c. 1194-1220.

French Gothic Stokstad, Ch. 16. French Gothic Art 16-2 and 7 Cathedral of Notre Dame, Chartres (c and later); plan Nave, c
Gothic Art “Let there be light!” (Genesis 1:3).

Gothic Art “Let there be light!” (Genesis 1:3).
Gothic Architecture C. 1140-1450 Height and Light.

Gothic Architecture C Height and Light.
The Gothic Cathedral. THE GOTHIC CATHEDRAL OBJECTIVES Understand the key structural components of the Gothic cathedral Explain the origins of the Gothic.

The Gothic Cathedral. THE GOTHIC CATHEDRAL OBJECTIVES Understand the key structural components of the Gothic cathedral Explain the origins of the Gothic.
The Gothic Cathedral for the Ages Submitted by: Arlie Rogers For the requirements of: Architecture 70; Architecture History 1 Fall 2004 College of the.

The Gothic Cathedral for the Ages Submitted by: Arlie Rogers For the requirements of: Architecture 70; Architecture History 1 Fall 2004 College of the.
Gothic Cathedrals. What do you imagine when you hear the word ‘GOTHIC’ used?

Gothic Cathedrals. What do you imagine when you hear the word ‘GOTHIC’ used?
Notre Dame de Paris Ben Hu. Introduction Gothic Cathedral on eastern half of Paris Dedicated to the virgin Mary Means “Our Lady of Paris” Still used as.

Notre Dame de Paris Ben Hu. Introduction Gothic Cathedral on eastern half of Paris Dedicated to the virgin Mary Means “Our Lady of Paris” Still used as.
History of Chartres Cathedral  It is believed that a church has existed where the current church is since the fourth century  Due to fires, the church.

History of Chartres Cathedral  It is believed that a church has existed where the current church is since the fourth century  Due to fires, the church.
Gothic Cathedrals Architecture of the Middle Ages.

Gothic Cathedrals Architecture of the Middle Ages.
1 Chapter 18 The Age of the Great Cathedrals: Gothic Art Gardner’s Art Through the Ages, 12e.

1 Chapter 18 The Age of the Great Cathedrals: Gothic Art Gardner’s Art Through the Ages, 12e.
Gothic Architecture Beginning in late 1200’s Above and right, Chartres Cathedral, near Paris. Most famous Gothic Cathedral.

Gothic Architecture Beginning in late 1200’s Above and right, Chartres Cathedral, near Paris. Most famous Gothic Cathedral.
UNIT Eight: the high middle ages. Romanesque Architecture Links to good romanesque web sites: Santiago de compostella.

UNIT Eight: the high middle ages. Romanesque Architecture Links to good romanesque web sites: Santiago de compostella.
Gothic Art. Gothic Art in France Ile-de-France Characteristics of Gothic Style Elegant soaring buildings Light – through stained glass Ribbed Groin.

Gothic Art. Gothic Art in France Ile-de-France Characteristics of Gothic Style Elegant soaring buildings Light – through stained glass Ribbed Groin.
Chartres Cathedral Caroline DeVoto Code 2. Chartres Cathedral History * The Chartres Cathedral is located in Chartres, France, which is about 56 miles.

Chartres Cathedral Caroline DeVoto Code 2. Chartres Cathedral History * The Chartres Cathedral is located in Chartres, France, which is about 56 miles.

Similar presentations

Ads by Google