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carolingian
Medieval architecture of the late first millennium, influenced by Roman architecture.
Pictured: Michaelskirche
Carolingian architecture is a medieval style dating to the reign of Charlemagne, which synthesizes Roman and Byzantine influences. The engineering of Carolingian buildings is simple compared to their successors in the Romanesque and Gothic styles.
Approximate Dates: 790 to 900
The design combines Roman and Byzantine influences within the stated medieval period. Its simpler engineering distinguishes it from the more developed Romanesque and Gothic forms that followed.
