Section 2
Gothic Architecture
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Gothic Architecture: The Abbey Church of Saint Denis
The Abbey Church of Saint Denis is known as the first Gothic structure and was developed in the 12th century by Abbot Suger.
Gothic Architecture: La Saint-Chapelle
Louis IX's patronage of the arts drove much innovation in Gothic art and architecture, exemplified by his commission of La Saint-Chappelle, an example of Rayonnant Gothic architecture.
English Gothic Architecture
English Gothic architecture (c. 1180–1520) is defined by pointed arches, vaulted roofs, buttresses, large windows, and spires.
German Gothic Architecture
Gothic architecture flourished during the high and late medieval period in the Holy Roman Empire, from approximately 1140–1400.