The style of building in Western Europe, using the round arch derived from Roman architecture, that began in the 7th century under Charlemagne. (This early phase is also known as Carolingian.) It continued until supplanted by Gothic in the 12th century. It was revived in the 19th century.
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A searchable text and image database. A British Academy Research Project hosted by the Courtauld Institute of Art.
An illustrated description of the style and lengthy list of surviving examples.
An illustrated description of the style and lengthy list of surviving examples.
A searchable text and image database. A British Academy Research Project hosted by the Courtauld Institute of Art.
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