Gothic Architecture
This structural feature supports walls from the outside
flying buttress
This colorful feature is made from small pieces of glass
stained glass windows
This two-paneled painting style was popular in the Gothic era
diptych
This Gothic feature uses light to create a spiritual atmosphere inside cathedrals
stained glass windows
This type of arch is commonly found in Gothic buildings
pointed arch
This decorative circular window is often found in Gothic churches
rose window
This three-paneled artwork is often used for religious storytelling
triptych
This decorative feature is often circular and found above the entrance of a church.
rose window
This towering structure often tops Gothic cathedrals
spire
This material, often used for sculptures and altars, is prized for its elegance
marble
This multi-paneled painting style often decorates altars
polyptych
Gothic buildings often used this material for flooring and sculpture
marble
These are ceilings created by intersecting pointed arches
ribbed vaults
Gothic cathedrals are famous for elaborate decorations, particularly on this main focal structure behind the altar
altarpiece
This material was often painted on in Gothic religious art
panel
This feature, named for its ribbed design, is common in Gothic ceilings
ribbed vault
This type of vertical support often combines decorative and functional elements
composite pillar
This flat surface is used as the base for paintings in Gothic art
panel painting
This word refers to religious paintings set up in sections for display
polyptych
This type of arch allows Gothic buildings to reach new heights
pointed arch