Curated OER
Gothic Art
The Middle Ages were an extensive period in European history. Discover the beautiful Gothic art and architecture that developed in France during this time period. Gorgeous and visually rich, this resource would nicely accompany any...
Curated OER
Gargoyles: Ceramics
Study the symbolism and significance of Gargoyles throughout the Gothic era, and then make one. Kids visit three different websites to learn about these goolish protectors, then hone their sculpting skills while making one. They make...
Curated OER
Medieval Art and Architecture
Detailing the characteristics of Medieval art and architecture, including Romanesque and Gothic architecture, these slides provide incredible views of some of the most famous buildings, cathedrals and castles in the world. A few slides...
Curated OER
Gothic Architecture
Young scholars examine Gothic architecture. In this architecture lesson, students view a slide show of Gothic structures and attributes. Young scholars then research the symbolism in Gothic churches. As a culminating activity students...
Art Cyclopedia
Artcyclopedia: Artists by Movement: Gothic Art
Look here for information on Gothic art period artists. This period is from the 5th to the 16th century A.D. (400 - 1500). Read about the leading artists and how the movement came about.
University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh: Images of Medieval Art
This clickable image of the front facade of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Reims allows students to view enlarged details of the gothic statuary. There is also a link to a representation of medieval Reims.
Columbia University
Columbia University: Mapping Gothic France
A full description of this superb project is given here, along with a link to the actual project website. It is basically a database of all significant Gothic monuments in France and includes over twenty thousand photographs and...
San Jose State University
San Jose State University: Chartres Cathedral
A brilliant look at one of the most intriguing cathedrals in France, Chartres. The resource is designed to give you a virtual tour through this incredible structure. View in person photographs taken as if you were truly inside the...
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Metropolitan Museum of Art: Timeline of Art History Gothic Art
Explore the history of Gothic art through amazing images and links to vast amounts of information.
National Gallery of Art
National Gallery of Art: Chalice of the Abbot Suger of Saint Denis
Photographs of the chalice include a full screen image as well as various detail images. You will find a description of the chalice, its history as well as a biography of Abbot Suger, the exhibition history of the chalice, conservation...
Other
World History Project: Gothic Art & Architecture
A detailed description from Ragz-International of Gothic art and architecture. Describes the three phases of Gothic architecture: low, high, and late. Also, discusses Gothic sculptures and paintings.
Other
History of Gothic Architecture: Laon Cathedral
Website contains brief but informative details regarding the Laon Cathedral. A picture as well as details regarding construction, location and the dimensions of the cathedral are included.
Other
Gothic Architecture: The Cathedrals
Students and teachers can find information and links to related resources on Gothic cathedrals, especially English Gothic architecture.
Britain Express
Britain Express: Architecture: Romanesque Architecture in England
This website has information about the Norman Romanesque period. Included are drawings of that type of architecture. Includes links to related sites.
University of Virginia
University of Virginia: The Salisbury Project
An archive of labeled diagrams, essays, and photographs of the town of Salisbury and its impressive Gothic cathedral.
University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh: The Cathedral of Notre Dame
This resource contains several drawings and plans of architecture for the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Amiens, France.
Boston College
Boston College: Gothic Architecture
Examples of early and high gothic architecture are found at this site from the Boston College. The pictures are mainly of cathedrals.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Gothic Architecture
This website talks about how Gothic came about from the Goths and Vandals. There is a war, of sorts, between European groups. It also lists the elements of Gothic architecture. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic...
United Nations
Unesco: Cologne Cathedral
Description, illustrations, history and maps of the Cologne Cathedral paired with news and reports of threats to its integrity from pollution, nearby construction, and similar dangers.
United Nations
Unesco: Amiens Cathedral
This site from the United Nations Educational, Scientific & Cultural Organization contains a brief description of the cathedral in Amiens, France. Related links are available in French.