The photographs alone are incredible, but there are also a series of maps and timelines tracking the development of Gothic architecture chronologically, geographically, spatially, and politically.
link to the project here
The images on the website are so large that I couldn't get one to load here, but, believe me, they are worth seeing. I quote from the description of this project: "Whereas pictures can be satisfactorily represented in two dimensions on a computer screen, space -- especially Gothic space -- demands a different approach, one which embraces not only the architectonic volume but also time and narrative. Mapping Gothic France builds upon a theoretical framework derived from the work of Henri Lefèbvre (The Production of Space) that seeks to establish linkages between the architectural space of individual buildings, geo-political space, and the social space resulting from the interaction (collaboration and conflict) between multiple agents -- builders and users."
This seems a very interesting project linking material culture and architectural space with political developments. It is a bit unwieldy at the moment, but could make for a great classroom exercise, perhaps paired with some readings from Abbot Suger's diary.
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Thursday, August 21, 2014
sexy codicology
click here to visit Sexy Codicology
Loving the Getty's "Sexy Codicology" series. A great chance to see medieval images in beautiful format.
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