Gothic Design Flashcards
What influenced the Gothic period/style?
The Roman and Mid-century design.
When was the original period?
C. 1150-1550
When was it actually relieved?
19th century, by the Victorious
What was the era first like?
Religious style and was symbolic of the triumph of the Catholic Church over paganism in Europe.
What was in religious symbols?
The basis.
True or false
Strong vertical influence
True
Why did they make the windows bigger?
Light was very important.
What were pointed arches used for?
To support the walls.
An example to think of?
Ornate Churches.
True or false
There was a strong vertical influence, supported by the high arches and peaks of the architecture.
True
Explain what was so important about light.
Light was important, windows became more expensive and light and air flooded into the once gloomy churches of the Romanesque period
What were the colours?
Ruby, purple, forest green, Ocker, black and gold.
What are the Two groups of gothic design?
The Geometrical and the Foliage Design.
What is the Geometrical?
Tracey and drapery patterns.
What is the foliage design?
Where the mechanical scroll of the renaissance is absent.
