Palace Chapel of Charlemagne
Over the past week, I tried to identify some forms of art that I could blog about. Obviously, there was plenty wherever I went, but nothing clicked, and intrigued me enough to write about. On Sunday, I went to church like normal. After I left, I realized that the church reminded a lot of what we are learning currently. The church has a few elements from the churches from the Middle Ages. There are aisles between each set of pews. There isn't a definite "apse" that is perfectly visible. But there is a stage, stairs leading up to the stage, and a set area for the podium and the space that leads up to the stairs. There are no stained glass windows, and the building has an elevation of modest height, unlike the typical Gothic churches that have soaring heights with windows to let in an ample amount of light. The overall layout of the church is very symmetrical, in the same of a cross, like many Gothic churches. This is the main building of the church I attend. However, other buildings are much more modernized. Another building has no pews, but seats aligned next to each other. The layout is not as symmetrical, as is much shorter in width. There are crosses above the stage in each building. The churches have changed since the Middle Ages, but some elements are still maintained. It's interesting how I've gone to church so many times, but I failed to realize the art and beauty of each building. Taking this course helps me see remnants of art from previous cultures.
