Examples of Medieval Construction Techniques in the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano
Lia Barelli
In the Basilica of St John Lateran in Middle Ages there have been many building projects, some considerable scale, which are nonetheless not easy to identify. This chapter focusses on two examples, both give important insights into techniques employed: lost front porch built by Pope Sergius II (844-847), surviving illustrations indicate employed Carolingian construction technique typical for Rome, and transept with bell towers attached northern side Basilica. this second case material evidence indicates date building, all probability from pontificate Nicholas IV (1288-1292), its fine quality, appropriate exceptional importance project.
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