Gothic Rhythm
General description of the dominant artistic style of medieval art’s acne. The term was created in 17th century and originally included a constituent of contempt, since Goths were among the barbarian ancestors of medieval Europe. As for architecture, this term refers to the rhythm that was developed in 12th century in Ile de France (Abbot Syze) and whose features were the pointed arch, the poop or hanging ribs, the dome’s innervations, the widespread use of glass and the increasingly complex drum of windows. Ribbed vaults and pointed arches already existed in Romanesque Rhythm and the emergence of this new style was primarily the result of the merger of these two elements and the addition of the Outrigger poop. The emphasis was now not so much on the weight and volume as on the dynamic line, while the harmonious resolution of construction problems, combined with the new spirit of religious mysticism and religious uplift, was leading to an even greater accentuation on the vertical elements and on height. Another feature of this new rhythm was the widespread use of sculptures and stained glass for decorative purposes. The gothic style was popularized to England, where one can distinguish the specific periods of Early English (c. 1175-1275), Decorated (ca. 1290-1380) and Vertical (c. 1300-early 16th century), Gothic rhythm-and later in Germany. The Spanish Gothic rhythm was deeply influenced by French models and only in 15th and 16th century can be said that some specific national characteristics have emerged. Finally, Italy has remained rather isolated from the main line of evolution (e.g., Cathedral of Siena). The gradual renewal of interest in everything Gothic in England of 18th century eventually led to Gothic Revival of 19th century and to Neo-Gothic Rhythm in architecture (the term International Gothic Rhythm is used only in painting).