GOTHIC
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Gothic – the crown of the Middle Ages, bright paints, gilding, the glow of stained glass, expression, prickly needles of spires soaring into the sky, a symphony of light, stone and glass…
The main incentive for the formation was the unique combination of the Christian worldview, the traditions of ancient culture, the architecture of Rome, Latin writing, book miniature, and Romano-Celtic art crafts. The development of a new style was facilitated by the rapid growth of European cities and trade…
The word comes from Italian. “gotico” – unusual, barbaric; first used as a swear. For the first time, the concept in the modern sense was applied by Giorgio Vasari in order to separate the Renaissance from the Middle Ages.
The Gothic style was mainly manifested in the architecture of churches, cathedrals, churches, monasteries. Developed on the basis of Romanesque architecture. Gothic is characterized by: arches with a pointed top, narrow and tall towers and columns, a richly decorated facade with carved details and multi-colored stained glass lancet windows. All elements of the style emphasize the vertical.