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Aspects of the architectural history of Kirkwall Cathedral

Year: 1998

Type: article

Abstract: This paper considers the intended form of the Romanesque east end of Kirkwall Cathedral and presents further evidence for the failure of the Romanesque crossing, investigates the exact nature of its rebuilding and that of select areas of the adjacent transepts, nave and choir.The extension of the eastern arm is examined with particular attention to the lavish main arcades and the form of the great east window.Their place in medieval architecture in Britain is explored and progressive and conservative elements of the building are evaluated in the context of the use of the building.

Source: Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland

DOI: 10.9750/psas.127.855.888

Author: Malcolm Thurlby

Language: English

Topic: Medieval European History and Architecture

Subfield: Archeology

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: bronze

Funder: Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada

OpenAlex ID: W2503199341

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Cites: 28

Cited by: 9

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