Overview
During the Middle Ages, music could be divided into these two categories.
What is sacred and secular
This is the most well know Byzantine cathedral. Its name means 'holy wisdom.'
What is Hagia Sophia
These were the prominent themes of secular music and art.
What are epic tales of Heroism and Love.
The influence of African art was apparent in the decorative use of these.
What are animals
These were no longer carved in the round, but instead were in "relief", usually seen on the exterior walls of cathedrals.
What are sculptures?
Portable art, such as on weapons and accessories were an example of this civilizations influence on Medieval art.
What are the Vikings?
Name the three different styles in order of the Middle Ages.
What are Byzantine, Romanesque, and Gothic.
She was an infamous abbist, herbalist, healer, and musical composer.
Who was Hildegard of Bingen?
This is another name for the Medieval period or Middle Ages
What are the Dark Ages?
This form of art orientated towards the spiritual and because of innovations in engineering, became lighter and more airy.
What is architecture.
Romanesque architecture can be identified by this shape characteristic of window, doorways and barrel vaults.
What is arched?
These creatures were often seen fighting knights in the text margins of illuminated manuscripts
What are snails?
These mythical winged creatures were found on the exterior walls of Gothic buildings are were believed to protect the buildings they adorned.
What are gargoyles?
This was the main message of sacred art or music.
What is Christianity?
Nude forms in art were banned, and instead of realistic representations of people and objects, artists look to represent this
What is the soul in the after life
These creatures often depicted in tapestries represent purity.
What are unicorns?
These architectural elements were made of glass and lead and usually showed scenes of these two iconic religious figures.
Who are the Christ Child and the Mother Mary?