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The Construction of Gothic Cathedrals: A Study of Medieval Vault Erection (Paperback)

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Paperback: 364 pages
Publisher: Chicago University Press; Phoenix ed edition (8 May 1997)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0226252035
ISBN-13: 978-0226252032
Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.2 x 2 cm

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This book describes the process of erecting the great cathedrals in the Gothic era. Since there are no contemporary accounts of the techniques used by medieval builders, this study explains the building equipment and falsework needed, the actual operations undertaken, and the sequence of these operations as far as they can be deduced from manuscript illuminations and pictorial representations. The book shows the technical expertise and improvements which enabled the creative spirit of the day to find such splendid embodiment.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A very good description of medieval building techniques, 31 Jul 1999

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In this book, originally published in 1961, John Fitchen describes and explains the falsework (i.e. scaffolding) that was used to build Gothic Cathedrals. The main focus is on the construction and use of the centering (which is the formwork used to build arcs and vaults). The chapters: 1. Sources of information - 2. Constructional means - 3. Medieval types of vaulting - 4. Gothic formwork - 5. Gothic centering - 6. Erection of rib vaulting without formwork. The text is clearly written and accompanied by excellent drawings, a very good glossary and an extensive bibliography. For everyone interested in medieval building techniques this book is a must.

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