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DEFINITION

carolingian

Medieval architecture of the late first millennium, influenced by Roman architecture.

Definitions

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

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