Asked by Fitsum Ayele on Sep 25, 2024

What feature, visible on Laon Cathedral, became standard on French Gothic facades?

A) Fan vaulting
B) Flying buttress
C) A rose window
D) Rounded archways

French Gothic

An architectural style that originated in France in the 12th century, characterized by its use of pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses.

Laon Cathedral

A gothic cathedral located in Laon, France, known for its architectural significance and the early use of flying buttresses.

Fan Vaulting

An architectural design seen in late medieval ceiling constructions, characterized by fan-shaped patterns created by the vault ribs.

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