The Romanesque Architecture of the Order of Cluny

This 1938 volume provides a detailed study of the Romanesque style as exemplified by the architecture of the Cluniac Monastic Order.

Joan Evans (Author)

9781107601383, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 30 June 2011

438 pages
24.6 x 18.9 x 2.3 cm, 0.78 kg

Originally published in 1938, this volume provides a detailed study of the Romanesque style as exemplified by the architecture of the Cluniac Monastic Order. The key features of Cluniac architectural style are discussed in detail and observations are supported with a broad variety of illustrative examples. Other features include comprehensive lists of Cluniac Houses and affiliated Parish Churches, a key to Marrier's Catalogus, and a generous bibliography. This is a well-presented and highly informative book that will be of value to anyone with an interest in Christian monastic architecture.

Preface
List of illustrations
Bibliography
Introduction
The Houses of the Cluniac Order
Part I. Abbey and Priory Churches: 1. Ground plan
2. Interiors
3. Exteriors
Part II. Monastic Buildings: 4. Cloisters
5. Chapter houses
6. Rectories
7. Infirmaries and infirmary chapels
8. Dorters
9. Other conventual buildings
10. Gateways
11. Lanternes des Morts
Conclusion
Appendices
Plates
Index.

Subject Areas: Architecture [AM]