New Medieval Books: Bastions of the Cross
This book sheds light on several lesser-known medieval churches in northern Ethiopia. It offers fresh insights into the region’s architectural and artistic heritage.
New Medieval Books: The Church of St. Polyeuktos at Constantinople
Built in the 6th century, the Church of St. Polyeuktos was once the largest church in Constantinople. This book tells the story of this building and its rediscovery in the 1960s.
New Medieval Books: In Search of Norfolk’s First Stone Churches
What materials were used to build churches in the Middle Ages? This book offers a study of 649 churches in the English county of Norfolk, revealing what kind of stone they used, some of which was recycled from Roman buildings.
The Devil’s Blacksmith: The Legendary Gates of Notre-Dame
Could one of the most extraordinary feats of medieval metalworking have been forged with the help of the devil? The ironwork on the…
A Window into the Middle Ages: The Sketchbook of Villard de Honnecourt
Rediscovered in the 19th century, the sketchbook of Villard de Honnecourt quickly captivated historians and art enthusiasts as one of the most fascinating…
A Holy Blueprint with Karl Kinsella – The Medieval Podcast, Episode 267
This week on The Medieval Podcast, Danièle speaks with Karl Kinsella about the great twelfth-century scholar Richard of St. Victor, his efforts to make the vision of Ezekiel clear, and why this set of biblical blueprints is such an important contribution to the history of architecture.
Inside Medieval Homes: Discovering the Secrets Through Manuscript Art
Curious about what medieval peasant homes really looked like?
Ten Medieval Megaprojects That Shaped the World
The Middle Ages weren’t just a time of knights and castles—they were also an era of awe-inspiring megaprojects that pushed the limits of engineering. From massive walls to entire cities built from scratch, these ten medieval feats of construction shaped the world we know today.
New Medieval Books: Saving Michelangelo’s Dome
Examines the efforts to repair and restore the dome atop St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome in the 18th century. The book also delves into how this church was designed and built during the 15th and 16th centuries.
Unveiling the Medieval Brothel: The Maison de Bois and Its Scandalous Past
Discover the Maison de Bois of Mâcon, a medieval gem in Burgundy, France, that offers a captivating glimpse into the audacious and rebellious spirit of the 15th century. From its scandalous past as a brothel to its provocative facade, this well-preserved wooden house is a treasure trove of historical intrigue and artistic whimsy.
Ali Pasha of Ioannina, antiquities and archaeology between empire and the nation-state, with Emily Neumeier
We talk about how he crated his own brand-image, in part by forging closer relations with his Christian Greek subjects and also through archaeological work and use of antiquities.
New Medieval Books: God’s Own Language
An examination of twelfth-century architecture using the writings and drawings of Richard of Saint Victor. These drawings appear in a biblical treatise depicting a temple, and might be the earliest architectural representations that we have.
The Medieval History of the Pantheon
One of the great landmarks of ancient Rome is the Pantheon. Built around 126 AD by Emperor Hadrian, it initially served as a temple to all gods. However, during the Early Middle Ages, the Pantheon was repurposed, marking a significant chapter in its history.
Five Years After the Fire: Notre-Dame de Paris and the Largest Restoration Project of the Century
Barry Bergdoll talks about the history of Notre-Dame Catherdal in Paris as the repairs from the major fire in 2019 near completion.
Heaven on Earth: How to Build a Cathedral
Emma Wells delves into the triumphs and tragedies of the people who built and used Europe’s Gothic cathedrals.
How Hagia Sophia was Built
The story of the building of Hagia Sophia, one of the greatest construction works of the Middle Ages.
New Medieval Books: Making a Medieval Stained Glass Window
Using a case study of the Great East Window at the York Minster, this book examines what we can learn about medieval glass windows through scientific research such as chemical analysis and x-ray fluorescence scans.
Thousands of iron staples were used to build Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, study finds
When Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris was constructed in the 12th century, the builders made extensive use of iron to bind stones together. The 2019 fire that significantly damaged the cathedral enabled analyses leading to this discovery, which has been published in PLOS ONE.
New Medieval Books: Building Durham Cathedral
How medieval cathedrals were built is a fascinating topic, and there are not enough books like this.
Cathedrals with Howard Bloch
This week on The Medieval Podcast, Danièle speaks with R. Howard Bloch about medieval cathedrals, those magnificent “total works of art” where people have gathered, worshipped, and offered their talents and prayers since the Middle Ages.
Temples of Medieval Deccan India
The Deccan plateau of peninsular India witnessed an unparalleled efflorescence in sacred Hindu and Jain architecture and art in the medieval age.
Five Gamechangers in English Castle-Building
Here are five changes in English castle design that had a big impact on history.
Clifford’s Tower reopens
Clifford’s Tower in York has reopened to the public this month, following a major £5 million project to conserve and radically transform the interior of the 800-year-old landmark.
Battering Ram and Fire: Civic Glory and Devastation in Dante’s Age
Battering Ram and Fire: Civic Glory and Devastation in Dante’s Age Lecture by Areli Marina Given as part of the Conway Lectures at…
