Gothic - Early

Gothic architecture consists of three major defining elements: the pointed arch, groin vaults, fan vaults, and flying buttresses. Elaborate stone ornament is common as well.Proceeded By: Medieval , Norman , Romanesque Succeeded By: Gothic - Brick , Gothic - English , Gothic - High , Gothic - Italian , Gothic - Spanish Related Tags: Fan Vault , Flying Buttress , Groin Vault , Latin-cross Plan , Pinnacle , Pointed Arch , Rose Window , Sculpture , Stone , Vault