The Construction of Gothic Cathedrals: A Study of Medieval Vault Erection
by John Fitchen
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Author: John FitchenEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1997-04-28
ISBN: 0226252035
Number of pages: 364
Publisher: University Of Chicago Press
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Book Review: A very good description of medieval building techniques
Summary: 4 Stars
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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