French Styles Flashcards
Who ruled as regent for her son Louis XIII in 1610?
Marie de Medici.
Which French king embarked on building projects like Versailles to glorify his personal power?
Louis XIV (1661-1715).
During whose reigns did French Renaissance architecture develop?
Francis I, Francis II, Charles IX, Henry III, and Louis XIII.
What design characteristic was applied to buildings in French Renaissance architecture?
Horizontality.
Which architectural feature was commonly raised in French Renaissance buildings?
Portico.
What was the preferred roof type in French Renaissance architecture?
High mansard roofing with dormer windows and a chimney.
What type of windows were common in French Renaissance architecture?
Bull’s Eye Windows.
Which chateau has four loft halls finished by elliptical barrel vaulting and its own moat?
Chateau de Chambord.
What is notable about the staircase in Chateau de Chambord?
It features a double-helix stone stair to allow guests to climb up and down without passing each other.
Which palace was the favorite residence of Francis I and the largest palace of the 16th century?
Palais de Fontainebleau.
What makes the Palais de Fontainebleau visually striking?
Its great size always looked outward to the vast gardens.
