Questions and Answers
What is an ambulatory?
What does the term 'anagogical axis' refer to?
An invisible line on which the most spiritual or mystical elements of a work of art are arranged.
What is an apse?
A recess in a church, usually semi-circular, at the east end.
An arch is a curved structural member that spans an opening.
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What is an atrium?
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What is a basilica in Christian architecture?
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What is a baldacchino?
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What does a baptistery refer to?
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What are catacombs?
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What is a Cathedra?
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What is a central plan?
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What does Christus Triumphans translate to?
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What does Christus Patiens translate to?
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What is a cloister?
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What is crossing in a cruciform church?
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Study Notes
Key Terms in Early Christian Art and Architecture
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Ambulatory: Covered walkway around the apse and choir in church architecture.
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Anagogical Axis: Represents the spiritual arrangement of elements in a work of art, signifying a mystical pathway.
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Apse: A semi-circular recess located at the east end of a Christian church or in a Roman basilica.
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Arch: Curved structural element utilizing wedge-shaped blocks (voussoirs) to support and span openings.
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Atrium: Open, colonnaded court at the entrance of a Christian basilica, inspired by Roman house designs.
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Basilica: Church structure derived from Roman civic buildings, characterized by a longitudinal plan featuring distinct entry and apse ends.
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Baldacchino: Freestanding canopy, typically supported by columns, often positioned over an altar.
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Baptistery: Designated building for Christian baptism, usually adjacent to a church.
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Catacombs: Network of subterranean galleries used as burial sites, significant in early Christian funerary practices.
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Cathedra: The bishop's throne; the term cathedral denotes a church that functions as the bishop's primary place of worship.
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Central Plan: Architectural arrangement featuring a domed structure where distances from the center to all parts are equal, often used for smaller buildings.
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Christus Triumphans: Represents "triumphant Christ," depicting Christ alive on the cross.
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Christus Patiens: Depicts the "suffering Christ," showing Jesus deceased on the crucifix.
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Cloister: Monastic courtyard surrounded by covered walkways.
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Codex: Early book format made of bound pages, considered a precursor to the modern book.
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Crossing: Intersection area in a cruciform church layout formed by the nave and transept.
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Cruciform: Latin term meaning "cross-shaped," used to describe church layouts.
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Cubiculum: Small chamber in catacombs, serving as a mortuary chapel, often carved from rock.
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Diptych: Two-paneled artwork or hinged writing tablet, commonly made of ivory in early Christian contexts.
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Folio: A single page within a manuscript or book.
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Gospels: Four New Testament books recounting Jesus' life and teachings, authored by Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
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Holy Spirit: The third entity of the Christian Trinity, often symbolized as a dove.
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Illumination: Manuscript decoration featuring drawings with gold, silver, and vivid colors.
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Loculi: Shelf-like openings in catacomb walls designed for burial.
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Lunette: Semi-circular area above a door or window, often used for decorative purposes.
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Magi: The wise men who gifted Jesus at his birth.
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Martyrium: Structure marking the burial site of a Christian martyr.
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Mausoleum: Large burial structure or tomb, often richly designed.
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