Neo-Gothic (1840-1870 CE)

Question 1

Palace of Westminster

Answer 1

Bare walls (originally covered in tapestries)
High windows with Romanesque arches
Hammerbeam roof (beam curve to meet in the center of the ceiling like a corbelled arch)
Made for grand ceremonies (like coronations or feasts)
Later used as a law court
Inspired the new House of Parliament

Question 2

Palace of Westminster IDs

Answer 2

London, England
Charles Barry and Augustus W.N. Pugin
1840-1870 CE
Neo-Gothic
Limestone masonry and glass

Question 3

Neo-Gothic style

Answer 3

Pointed arches
Intricate details
Tall!
Flying buttresses (evenly distributes weight)