Gothic Architecture
Gothic Architecture Evolved in Medieval Europe (1100’s) Comes from the Germanic Tribe of the Goths Cathedrals thrust upward as if reaching toward Heaven Stain Glass windows bring in colorful light Showcase of Art Inspire the worshiper with magnificence of God
Cathedral of Notre Dame
Cross Section of Notre Dame
Cathedral at Chartres
Cross Section of Chartres
Supported the roof’s weight Ribbed Vaults Supported the roof’s weight
Transferred weight to thick exterior walls Flying Buttresses Transferred weight to thick exterior walls
Framed huge stain glass windows, doors, and other openings Pointed Arches Framed huge stain glass windows, doors, and other openings
Tall Spires Points that reach toward heaven
Stained Glass Windows Windows that illustrated stories of the Bible for illiterate peasants