Gothic
style first emerge in Northern France. It was part of Medieval art enhanced
from Romanesque art in 12th century Anno Domini. From France, its popularity
boosted to Western Europe but it can not compete with the classics of Italian
arts. On 14th-15th century International Gothic was
created. On 16th century, it has penetrated Germany and eventually
mixed with Renaissance art which was expressed in panel painting, stained
glass, fresco, sculpture and illuminated manuscripts. Its characteristics are
the height which is favorable for churches and castles, must have flying butterflies,
pointed arch and vaulted ceilings.
