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Exploring Norman Architecture: History, Features, and Influence

Discover the Norman architecture style, developed in the 11th and 12th centuries in Northwestern Europe. Defined by its Romanesque elements, this style uses stone, arches, and vertical lines, seen in structures like the Church of Saint-Etienne in Caen. Explore its impact on castles, cathedrals, and churches.

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Exploring Norman Architecture: History, Features, and Influence

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  1. By:Chase Petti 1.1.3 Architecture Styles

  2. Norman Architecture • Developed in the 11th and 12th Centuries. • It is a category of Romanesque Architecture. • Can be multiple stories high. • This style is seen in North Western Europe. • Stone was mostly used. • They used many arches. • Created many castles, catheridals, and churches.

  3. Norman Architecture • Church of Saint-Etienne in Caen, Normandy. • Uses many vertical lines. • Has a tan, sandy color. • Has a random rhythm. • Has many arches.

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  5. References • "Norman architecture - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia." Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. N.p., n.d. Web. 25 Jan. 2013. <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norman_architecture

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