Architecture and art of the Late Middle Ages was dominated by Christian motifs and Gothic style and Christian motifs. The Gothic style of architecture and art during the late middle ages was a bold development called consideredopus moderandum (modern work). Architecture and Gothic Art consisted of stained glass, illuminated manuscripts, religious and secular buildings, sculpture, and other decorative arts were produced in latter part of the Middle Ages in Europe. The structural development of Gothic architecture depends on the artistic qualities of the ribbed vault. The Later Middle Ages saw the advances of art from the Middle Ages and emerged Gothic Art.
In earlier times, cathedrals were often built in the Romanesque style. This architecture was more solid and square. However, many cathedrals in later medieval times were Gothic, which was a style of architecture that evolved in the early 1100s and describes the particular church architecture that spread throughout medieval Europe.
Building rooms such as the Abbey Church of Sainte-foy in France marked the Romanesque period shown here in figure 1.2. The round arches of the windows are continued on the inside of the church. It also has beautiful arches and high vaulted ceilings. Popular designs for the Romanesque period were massiveness, thick stone walls, round arches, and barrel-vaulted stone ceilings (Getlein 386). Figure 1.2 exterior Figure 1.2
Gothic Cathedrals Martha Wolbert American Intercontinental University Abstract This essay will be discussing Gothic Cathedrals and their artistic meanings. The two Cathedrals that will be talked about are Notre Dame and the Cologne Cathedral. This essay will discuss the use of colors, techniques, and materials used in the construction of each of these Cathedrals; along with their subject matter and functionality of artwork; but most important, the message that the artist is trying to convey to everyone. Gothic Cathedrals Cologne Cathedral The creation of the infamous Cologne Cathedral initiated in the year 1248 when the Cardinal Konrad Von Hochstanden put the first stone in. This Cathedral was in devotion to the Blessed Virgin
Eastern and Western Europe Compare and Contrast Essay The Eastern Byzantine Empire and Western Europe originally were part of the Roman Empire, but by the Middle Ages, both developed differences from each other while having some common traits. The similarities include the role Christianity played in government, and the similar religious arts. Differences were seen in each regions economics as well as Western Roman Catholic versus Eastern Orthodox. Regarding government structure, the Byzantine Empire was ruled by an Emperor and instead of direct rule to effectively run the empire. This contrasted to the political structure of Western Europe which was where the feudal system was prominent, without any centralized government until the Late Middle Ages.
LOUISIANA STATE CAPITOL The old Neo-Gothic capitol built by the architect James H. Dakin on the banks of the Mississippi in 1847, is one of the most distinguished examples of Gothic Revival, its floor plans, towers, exterior stained glass windows and gables give it appearance of a 15th century Gothic Cathedral. The architect himself referred his design as “Castellated Gothic” due to its decoration with cast-iron, which was both cheaper and more durable than other building materials used at the time. The building design was unusual and distinctive that its romantic, medieval appearance earned the Old Statehouse ridicule from the timelessly famous author, Mark Twain. The old Louisiana State Capitol in Baton Rouge, Louisiana which
The term Romanesque refers to a medieval movement of art that mainly occurred in the eleventh and twelfth centuries. According to Anne Shaver-Crandell in her work concerning the Middle Ages, this term was initially used in regards to architecture. She stated that the term speaks of the similarities of the standard eleventh and twelfth century buildings of Europe to the “thick-walled, vaulted masonry structure of the ancient Romans (Shaver-Crandell, 3).” But Romanesque painting is different from Romanesque architecture and sculpture. The architecture and sculpture of this art movement showed rapid and innovative developments, which soon enough set it apart from the movements it preceded. In essence, architecture and sculpture developed into their own true Romanesque style, unlike painting which seems to have simply developed to appear more “Roman.” This may lead one to think that painting of the eleventh and twelfth centuries were
Renaissance Comparison Essay The indication of Italian culture and rebirth from the medieval era began with the transformations that transpired throughout the Italian Renaissance. Society was shifting and the modern world was at its beginning. Italian values and characteristics were transferred out of Italy and into Europe created the Northern European Renaissance this was the renaissance activity that was identified outside of Italy. “Renaissance” is a French word meaning “rebirth.” The Renaissance period started in the early 14th century and continued into late 16th century. This era is known and studied for great cultural changes, literature, art, music, and successes in Europe.
University of Phoenix | Renaissance Comparison Essay Individual Week 7 Assignment | Shayna MM Briiton 6/24/2012 | June 24, 2012 The Italian and Northern Renaissance During the Italian Renaissance, Italy itself went through many changes. The renaissance brought on individualism, economic expansion and stability. During the early stages of the Italian Renaissance Florence, Italy was the center of attention (sort of speak). One family dominated the early times and helped place Florence at the epicenter for all forms of art. The Medici family came in to power by establishing banks all over Europe.
The concept of nation-states with strong central governmental power stems from the consolidation of powers by some kings of the Middle Ages. These kings formed royal courts, appointed sheriffs, formed royal armies, and began to collect taxes - all concepts central to modern government. A leading example was the French kingdom, ruled by the Capetian dynasty from 987 until the early 14th century. French provincial nobles and their castles and knights were brought under effective royal control during this time, and national unity benefited. Conversely Germany, which had strong kings in the 10th and early 11th centuries, suffered a series of political conflicts during the High Middle Ages between rulers and the Church, which weakened national cohesion and elevated regional lords to great