Romanesque Revival architecture

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Romanesque Revival architecture

Romanesque Revival architecture, also known as Neo-Romanesque, is an architectural style that began in the mid-19th century and was inspired by the Romanesque architecture of the 11th and 12th centuries. This style is characterized by its use of rounded arches, robust appearance, and heavy masonry construction.

History

The Romanesque Revival style emerged in the early 19th century as part of the broader Gothic Revival architecture movement. It gained popularity in both Europe and North America, particularly in the United States and Canada. The style was often used for public buildings, churches, and educational institutions.

Characteristics

Romanesque Revival architecture is distinguished by several key features:

• Rounded arches over windows and doors
• Thick walls and heavy masonry construction
• Large towers, often with conical roofs
• Decorative arcading and corbel tables
• Use of symmetrical and asymmetrical facades

Notable Examples

Some notable examples of Romanesque Revival architecture include:

• Trinity Church (Boston), designed by Henry Hobson Richardson
• Allegheny County Courthouse in Pittsburgh, also designed by Richardson
• Natural History Museum, London, designed by Alfred Waterhouse
• Smithsonian Institution Building in Washington, D.C., designed by James Renwick Jr.

Influence

The Romanesque Revival style influenced various other architectural movements, including the Richardsonian Romanesque style, named after Henry Hobson Richardson. This style further developed the Romanesque Revival principles and became particularly popular in the United States during the late 19th century.

Related Pages

• Romanesque architecture
• Gothic Revival architecture
• Henry Hobson Richardson
• Richardsonian Romanesque
• Natural History Museum, London
• Smithsonian Institution Building