History of Architecture I / II

The aim of the course is to trace the most important features of Gothic cathedral architecture including its social context and building technology. Students should acquire the ability to interpret Gothic architecture according to its geometrical design and social function.

Contents:

1.-3. Gothic Cathedrals in France

4. Gothic cathedrals outside of France

5. Cistercian Architecture – another Gothic

6. Mendicant Architecture – another Gothic II

7. Beginnings of Gothic Architecture in Bohemia

8. Gothic Cathedral of St Vitus

9. Town and Cathedral

10. Late Gothic architecture in Central Europe

11. Late Gothic Cathedral – the work of Benedikt Ried

12. Seminar – presentations of papers

13. Final exam

The minimum number of students to open the course is 5. EXCEPTION for self-paying students: if there are less than 5 students, the course will be taught in consultations.