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Romanesque Art I

Question 7 • 2026-27 Visual Art

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Romanesque architecture?

Answer
A
thick heavy walls which support stone roofs
B
blocky, earthbound appearance
C
large but detailed in decoration
D
exterior reflects the interior

Explanation

Romanesque buildings are known for thick, heavy walls that support stone roofs and for a solid, blocky appearance. Their exteriors generally reflect the structure and layout of their interiors. They tend to have relatively simple decoration, so “large but detailed in decoration” is not a characteristic. The best answer is C.

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