Gothic Art and ArchitectureMedieval Art:During the Early medieval times gothic architecture became very popular.Gothic architecture is inspired by the Romans and this type of style was very popular in Europe.This gothic architectural style is well known for its pointed arch, rib vault, and flying buttress.Gothic architecture is seen a lot in European Churches/ Cathedrals, Castles, Town Halls, Universities, and Aristocratic dwellings.

Pointed Arch Rib Vault Flying Buttress

Burgos Cathedral is a Roman Catholic.This famed church was dedicated for the Virgin Mary. Burgos Cathedral architecture is well known for is Gothic inspired style.The construction for this Cathedral started 1221 (11th Century) which originally had all Gothic inspired work. During the 15th and 16th centuries Renaissance inspired style was also added.During these periods domes, columns, pilasters, and lintels were added. Burgos Cathedral: It is said that their is one statue that was placed during renovation that was a replaced as a gargoyle. The previous statues were saints/angels. Medieval Artist:Lorenzo Ghiberti is a Medieval painter and sculptor. He was one of the founders of The Renaissance. The Renaissance was era of intellectual growth which started in Florence, Italy, during the 15 Century (mid 1400s). Donatello, another Medieval sculptor. His sculptures were largely inspired by famous people and events. Fra Angelico is a famous Florentine artist from the Medieval period who specialized in the Pietistic paintings (religious art.)Cimabue is the last known painter who also helped form The Renaissance. One of his major contributions toward this movement was realism.

Esau e Jaco Madonna col Bambino Porta del Paradiso Lorenzo GhibertiLorenzo Ghiberti artwork.

Zuccone Maddalena Penitente

St.George Donatello Donatello artwork.

Annunciation of Cortona Entombment Coronacion de Maria Fra AngelicoFra Angelico artwork.

Virgin Enthroned with Angels

Crucifix

Maesta of Santa Trinita CimabueCimabue artwork.