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Which French Gothic structure was founded in the 7th century by Dagobert?
Which French Gothic structure was founded in the 7th century by Dagobert?
Who built the choir of the Basilica of Saint Denis using the Gothic style in 1140?
Who built the choir of the Basilica of Saint Denis using the Gothic style in 1140?
Which French Gothic structure had 6 towers but only 4 towers are complete?
Which French Gothic structure had 6 towers but only 4 towers are complete?
Which French Gothic structure's west towers are accentuated with deep apertures and hollowed out upper levels?
Which French Gothic structure's west towers are accentuated with deep apertures and hollowed out upper levels?
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Which French Gothic structure is also known as Notre Dame Cathedral or Our Lady of Paris?
Which French Gothic structure is also known as Notre Dame Cathedral or Our Lady of Paris?
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Which structure had one of its towers destroyed and never rebuilt?
Which structure had one of its towers destroyed and never rebuilt?
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Study Notes
Key French Gothic Structures
- Basilica of Saint Denis: Founded in the 7th century by King Dagobert I, it is the first French Gothic architecture example.
- Choir of the Basilica of Saint Denis: Built in 1140 by Abbot Suger, marking the beginning of the Gothic style in architecture. It introduced innovations like ribbed vaults and flying buttresses.
- Chartres Cathedral: Known for having six towers, of which only four remain complete due to historic constraints and destruction.
- Reims Cathedral: Features west towers that are remarkable for their deep apertures, alongside hollowed-out upper levels, contributing to its grand appearance.
- Notre-Dame Cathedral: Also referred to as Our Lady of Paris, it exemplifies French Gothic architecture with its iconic façade and intricate sculptures.
- Amiens Cathedral: Experienced the loss of one of its towers during a war, and this tower has never been rebuilt, leaving a notable mark on its structure.
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Explore the history of the Basilica of Saint Denis, a masterpiece of French Gothic architecture. Learn about its significance as the burial site of French monarchs and the first major structure built in the Gothic style.
