Carolingian Flashcards
1
Q
Charlemange’s Goals
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1) Advocating the renewal of classical learning
2) To establish good examples through sound grammatical practice
2
Q
Aachen Palace Complex
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*New Rome
Centrally Planned Structure, Revival of Roman Structure, Choir Added, Tall towers added, Groin Vaults
3
Q
Palace Chapel, Palermo Italy, 798 AD
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NEW ROME
Contrast from Eastern Empire,
Dome featured Christ and 24 elders, Recall Heavenly Jeruslaem
4
Q
St Riquier, France
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inspired by Old St Peters.
Atrium and NArthex simular
New features
1) Groin Vault in NArthex
2) Choir before the apse
3) Multiplication of Tall towers
5
Q
Coronation Gospels 795 AD
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Coronation Services from 12th to 1531. Vellum dyed purple and script liquid gold
6
Q
Ebbo Gospels 815 AD
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Illuminations are expressionistic,
