The three archways of the gatehouse of…

799 CE

The three archways of the gatehouse of the royal monastery at Lorsch, completed in the 790’s, imitate a Roman triumphal arch.

The gatehouse, modeled after Roman buildings, features engaged columns and pilasters as well as the Carolingian innovation of westworks.

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Lorsch Hessen Germany View →

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Charlemagne View →

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Franks View → Christianity, Chalcedonian View → Francia (Carolingians) View →

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Renaissance, Carolingian View →

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