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perpendicular style

/ˌpɜːrpənˈdɪkjʊlər staɪl/

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/ˌpɜːrpənˈdɪkjʊlər staɪl/C1formalart
  • ruТермин, обозначающий перпендикулярный готический стиль английской архитектуры, характеризующийся сильными вертикальными линиями, большими окнами и веерными сводами, распространённый с конца XIV по XVI век.

A term referring to the Perpendicular Gothic style of English architecture, characterized by strong vertical lines, large windows, and fan vaulting, prevalent from the late 14th to the 16th century.

  1. English Gothic architecture styleC1formalbritish

    A late phase of English Gothic architecture (c. 1350–1550) characterized by strong vertical lines, large windows, and elaborate fan vaulting.

    ruПерпендикулярный стиль

    • King's College Chapel in Cambridge is a masterpiece of the Perpendicular style.
    • The Perpendicular style is known for its emphasis on vertical lines and large windows.
    • Gloucester Cathedral's cloisters are a prime example of Perpendicular architecture.