Section 11a: Gothic Architecture (p. 273-296)

Explain how the term "Gothic" became used to describe this type of Art.

Why did arches change from rounded in Romanesque and earlier styles to pointed in the Gothic?

Why did buttresses become increasingly emphasized, finally leading to the flying buttresses observed in Gothic architecture?

Explain why Suger chose large stained glass windows for Gothic interiors over Romanesque masonry.

What are some characteristics about Chartres Cathedral that make it special?

How is the three-part elevation of a Gothic cathedral different than that of a Romanesque?

How do ENGLISH Gothic Cathedrals differ from their French Counterparts?

Notre Dame Cathedral (Paris)	Chartres Cathedral (France) Here's a Good Chartres Website	Reims Cathedral
Amiens Cathedral (Cool Amiens Website!)	Abbey Church of Saint-Denis	Saint Chapelle (Paris)
Royal Portal (West Facade, Chartres)	Salisbury Cathedral (Wiltshire, England) Official Web Site	Ambrogio Lorenzetti, Allegory of Good Government in The City (1338-1340)