Gothic literature, gothic art, gothic movement, classical renaissance style, emotional intensity, castle, Horace Walpole, emotional provocation, terror, romanticism, didactic character
Gothic Literature started in the late 18th century, alongside Romanticism. Writers were inspired by the beauty of the medieval age. They were also fascinated by the imposing figures of nature and mythology.
[...] S THE GOTHIC MOVEMENT The characteristics VERTICAL the prodigious height of the buildings BRIGHT the generous opening of windows Gothic Art ELEGANT The Gothic buildings are adorned with remarkably fine sculptures and colorful stained-glass windows. COMPLEX use of pointed arches and rib vaults EXPRESSIVE particularly in sculpture and painting SYMBOLIC visible in the depiction of biblical scenes and the lives of the saints, this style is deeply rooted in Christian spirituality THE GOTHIC MOVEMENT Context and evolution BEGINNING Late 12th century in Île-de-France region. [...]
[...] Gothic art is ousted by the classical Renaissance style 1130-1230 Stained-glass window Gothic Arch 1230-1300 1300-1400 1400-1500 BASIC GOTHIC FLAMBOYANT GOTHIC The construction of great cathedrals slowed down, as the Hundred Years' War and the Black Death were causing a wave of misery. [...]
[...] Gothic Literature and Art TABLE OF CONTENTS GOTHIC LITERATURE AND ART 1 INTRODUCTION 2 THE GOTHIC MOVEMENT 3 Presentation of the gothic movement. Gothic art's characteristics, context, evolution GOTHIC ART The aesthetic of lights and the theological humanism 4 GOTHIC LITERATURE History, Objective, Emblematic writers, Common aspects 5 CONCLUSION 6 SOURCES Summarize and inspiration in the modern world. Webography. [...]
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