Exam 7: Gothic and Late Medieval Europe

Although English Gothic churches, such as Salisbury Cathedral, borrowed the primary features of the Gothic style, there were also significant differences. Identify these differences considering the exterior and interior of Salisbury. How did English Gothic develop differently than French Gothic?

The _____ of Chartres takes its name from its jamb statues depicting kings and queens.

The _____ was an architectural symbol of the importance of artisans and merchants.

Which of the following was characteristic of the work of Simone Martini?

In comparison to Romanesque sculptures, those created in the Gothic period are _____.

How did theologians from the Gothic age describe the significance of stained-glass windows?

Describe how book production changed from earlier periods.

In English Gothic architecture, an emphasis on _____ was not adopted from the French Gothic style.

Fan vaulting was most common in which of the following?

What were the advantages of the Gothic rib vault?

The Gothic style immediately became popular in other parts of Europe. Identify which regions embraced the Gothic style? Which aspects of the French style did they borrow? How did they adapt the Gothic to their own aesthetic preferences?

The abundance of stained-glass windows is a hallmark of Gothic architecture. Why did theologians think that its presence was so important? How was stained glass created, and what visual effects did it impart?

Siena was an important center in Italy in the late Middle Ages. Who is regarded as the most important painter? Describe the artists who followed, as well as their important contributions.

What was the significance of the Meuse River region for sculpture in the Gothic period? Citing examples, describe the outstanding qualities of German sculpture.

The technique of _____ produced a greater range of colored glass for artists to use.

The Gothic style first appeared in _____.

What contributed to the sense of buoyant lightness at this church?

The Röttgen Pietà reflects the growing interest in _____.

Amiens Cathedral largely followed the plan and elevation of Chartres Cathedral but has _____.

How is the Virgin characterized in this sculpture?