Medieval Architecture Flashcrads

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Roman
Emphasis: Horizontal
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Gothic
Emphasis: Vertical
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Roman
Elevation: Modest height
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Gothic
Elevation: Soaring
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Roman
Layout: Multiple units
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Gothic
Layout: unified, unbroken space
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Roman
Main trait: Rounded arch
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Gothic
Main trait: Pointed arch
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Roman
Support system: piers, walls
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Gothic
Support system: exterior buttresses
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Roman
Engineering: barrel and grain vaults
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Gothic
Engineering: ribbed groin vaults
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Roman
Ambiance: dark, solemn
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Gothic
Ambiance: airy, bright
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Roman
Exterior: simple, severe
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Gothic
Exterior: richly decorated with sculpture