WINCHESTER CATHEDRAL
UK, 1079-1093
Norman Gothic
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It represents the ribs of its central nave (the largest in Europe of its style). A structural network for the roof of the building made up of segments of arches (“nerves”) resting on columns to open large openings in the walls.
Characteristic of the Gothic style where it prevails to give height and gain luminosity.
They will evolve in more complex networks (fan vaults, characteristics of the English Gothic style, which will force the transformation of the supports.
UK, 1079-1093
Norman Gothic
-
It represents the ribs of its central nave (the largest in Europe of its style). A structural network for the roof of the building made up of segments of arches (“nerves”) resting on columns to open large openings in the walls.
Characteristic of the Gothic style where it prevails to give height and gain luminosity.
They will evolve in more complex networks (fan vaults, characteristics of the English Gothic style, which will force the transformation of the supports.