Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Chartres has dominated the small town of Chartres, France. Chartres cathedral is one of the most preserved cathedrals in the world and was built between 1194-1250 after the area was plagued by fires. With that being said, the cathedral and its significance holds a lot of history within its walls. During the middle ages Chartres cathedral was the most important building in town by serving as a marketplace and the holder of important relics. These attractions brought a wide
Chartres Cathedral: The most notorious source to look for information is Wikipedia. The goal of the Wikipedia page is to inform their audience about the Chartres Cathedral. From the origins of the cathedral to the recent restoration, the page goes into significant detail with each major era of history. In addition, there is a section discussing the many decorative stain glass clerestory windows and the large rose window. To support their information, they provide images of the stained-glass windows
The Chartres Cathedral is located in Chartres, France about fifty miles from Paris. It was built by the Bishop of Chartres who was a friend of Abbot Sugar, the designer of the abbey church of Saint-Denis (Davies 395). The Chartres Cathedral is not only one of the greatest achievements in the history of architecture; it is preserved according to its original design (Chartres Cathedral). It’s preserved portal sculptures and stained glass windows convey an “almost perfect image” of its original design
Cathedral of Chartres Cathedral of Chartres also named Notre Deme of Paris meaning the lady of Paris is located in France, has survived almost 1000 years of time, war, and turmoil and has more visitors yearly compared to the Eiffel tower with the number of 13 million. The church is magnificent and it took a lot of money and sacrifices to make this fine piece of art. It is important to know that the church is about 800 years old and during that time was a lot going on. The same way how the Roman
The sacred space of the Cathedral of Chartres in France and the Parthenon will be discussed in comparison with each other. This cathedral was built during the Medieval Period for the worshipers of God. To this day pilgrims come to see the pure, Gothic cathedral. The massive cathedral seems to loom overhead as if a symbol of God watching over the worshippers that visit. The earlier church burned in 1194, it was rebuilt and has gained a much more appreciated and admirable character distinction, statuary
(Fitzgerald). The cathedrals were the most important aspect of the gothic art style, for they were the largest structures and stood out the most in any setting. On the outside, cathedrals contained all sorts of sculptures and statues, but the inside of them was even more unique. The gothic cathedrals have stain-glass windows that bring them beauty and much light (Spanswick). The most notable gothic Cathedrals are both present in France: Notre Dame, also known as the Chartres Cathedral, and the Saint-Chapelle’s
San Diego Mormon Temple and the Chartres Cathedral in France The San Diego Mormon Temple bases its architecture on gothic roots; where the epitome of early gothic architecture is the Chartres Cathedral in France. The Mormon Temple is made of white aggregate stone and stucco, very angular and massive, built as a Gothic revival temple. Designed by William Lewis, Jr., the architect took into consideration Mormon temples in Salt Lake City and Washington, D.C. Hugely bulky at the base, the Mormon
ca. (1000-1300) thirteen century Gothic Church. The Chartres Cathedral Church is one of the most important in France. After a fire in 1134 destroy the town of Chartres the west front of the cathedral. The rebuilding of the west facade between 1145-50. It was once known as Notre Dame de Chartres but today is known as Chartres Cathedral. This church has the essential parts of a Christian basilica. The cathedral is locates in the town of Chartres, Northwester France. It is one of three Gothic French
The meaning of Cathedral is the principal church of a diocese, with the bishop is officially associated. A building devoted to the worship, or regarded as the dwelling place, of a god or gods or other objects of religious reverence is the meaning of temple. Chartres Cathedral is the basilica church of Notre Dame (Our Lady) in the city of Chartres in northwestern France. It is one of the chief cases of High Gothic French design, and is broadly noted for its advancements in engineering, as well as
Although the Pantheon and the Cathedral of Chartres are both some of the greatest architectural advances in history they are very different. We can compare the time that each of the buildings was built, where and for who they were built for, and why they were built. Another thing we can compare is the structure of the buildings and the type of material they are built from. The Pantheon and the Cathedral of Chartres differ in structure and design. The Pantheon consists of two different parts the
or flying buttresses of the Gothic cathedrals, and were said to ward off evil. The one’s adorning Notre Dame , in Paris are astonishing , Whe... ... middle of paper ... ...is similar to a Hindu, viewing a sculpture of a God, Hinduism holds that God is present in its representations, symbols or images, thus by simply viewing these figures , you are in direct contact with God. It is nice to witness first hand, the religious faithful. In the Gothic cathedral, one may view many kneeling down in
Chartres Cathedral; Chartres, France (“Mary Central”) Thesis: The Chartres Cathedral is an example of an artistic response to the rise of power and influence of the Catholic Church throughout Europe and beyond, also reflected in the literature and philosophy of that time. Bishop Fulbert, the re-creator of the Cathedral of Chartres, was born in 960 and died in 1028. He was born in Aquitaine or Poitou to humble parents and served as both a master and a chancellor before he became the bishop
It is also known as the Cathedral of Our Lady of Chartres, a medieval-inspired architectural monument.The original cathedral was destroyed in a fire in 1134 and its renovations began more than ten years later, in 1145. The church was actually rebuilt multiple times due to constant fires, which only partially destroyed its structure
Parker Camp St. John the Baptist Cathedral, Savannah versus Chartres Cathedral Comparison Essay Thesis: Both St. John the Baptist Cathedral and Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Chartres are constructed in French Gothic style which means that architecturally they have many similarities. However, the 700 year gap between their construction offers St. John the Baptist more flexibility in design and style. Still, their likeness and variations extend far beyond the realm of their design. Fall 2014
Comparison of the Chartres towers The cathedral of Notre-Dame at Chartres must be one of the most beautiful and famous architectural specimens in the world today. The cathedral owns an exquisite silhouette against the sky of La Beauce. Two towers rise uncontested, to take watch over miles and miles of French countryside. Up close, the two towers, along with their spires, seem mismatched or unrelated. Yet, the two together provide for one of the most interesting juxtapositions in architecture
years 401 until 1500, is a time in European history that fostered the development and widespread use of various architectural styles. Many structures built during this time still survive to this day, including St. Michael’s Church in Germany and Chartres Cathedral in France. Two of the most common and famous types of architecture during this period were the Romanesque and Gothic styles. Romanesque architecture borrows many of the same innovative engineering techniques the Romans used to build the structures
The Medieval Gothic Cathedral The medieval Gothic cathedral was in many ways a civic building as well as a religious one. This particularly was the case with the famous cathedral Notre-Dame de Chartres (Our Lady of Chartres) in the town of the same name, 80km south-east of Paris, built in the 13th century. Chartres cathedral was planned not only as a place of worship, but also developed as the centre of the town's economy and way of life, as the place that housed the relic of the cloak of the
for the increased presence in architectural monuments and during the Romanesque and Gothic periods, a great cathedral construction boom occurred across Europe. The Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles were distinctive in not only the massiveness of the Romanesque monuments and the introduction of the cruciform plan but also for the introduction of the Gothic era art within the Cathedrals which included the inclusion of art the radiating Rose Window, column figures and the gargoyle among many
beauty and elegance of Gothic architecture is depicted most in the great cathedrals of the 12th, 13th and 14th centuries—St. Denis, Notre Dame, Chartres, Salisbury, Durham, Amiens, and more. The experience of looking at one of the great gothic cathedrals is to look up towards God. Indeed, most Gothic structures emphasize the vertical, drawing one’s eyes upwards toward the heavens with the awesomeness of God. These cathedrals were built with towering spires, pointed arches and flying buttresses giving
Exploring Basilicas and Churches in Rome Rome is the home of one of the largest cathedrals in the world, St. Peter's; however, it is also the home of many other beautiful churches and basilicas. Some of these include basilicas such as: Santa Maria Maggiore, St. Giovanni in Lateran, and St. Peter in Chains and churches like St. Peter Outside the Walls and San Giuseppe del Falegnami/ Mamertine Prison. These churches and basilicas through their history, art, architecture, and relics or tombs of