Olav Kyrres bispekirke i Trondheim i det 11. århundre
Håkon A. Andersen
Summary The Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim (fig. I) was built mainly the 12th and 13th centuries. This article deals, however, with oldest cathedral on site: King Olav Kyrre's church from second half of 11th century (figs. 2–3). It consecrated to Trinity, but is more often called Kristkirken (Christchurch). From archaeological evidence it reasonable conclude that had one bay a square chancel at east end. flanked by chapels. arcades longer three‐bayed choir be erected later were foundations old outer walls. Fischer's theory postulates form cross “transept chapels” 2). probable, terminated west end tower buildings side suggest tower‐like central building porch end, out staircases tribune. Passages led adjacent have been found walls northern southern church. As unit reminiscent earlier periods. far as westwork concerned, size room has some connections Carolingian period. area enclosed ground level 30×30 feet measuring 33 cm (a foot measurement familiar churches Scandinavia). Centula 12) Saint‐Wandrille westworks base feet, Corvey 33×33 feet. In we encounter simplification reduction area, rectangular rooms also began appear 7–11). Certain aspects solutions adopted are keeping contemporary practice. But large around 40 m2, particular room, can related practices. would belief mystical significance numbers played an important part this considering presumed measurements westwork, should remembered emphasis placed number 30 medieval theologians. factors 3 10 considered most important. Augustin points certain Scriptures being emphasised particularly, he calls them numeri legitimi. When these multiplied or themselves their retained made intensive. way symbolism trinity plays interpretation perfection, 3, 10. measured 144 tower. same figure Einhard basilica Seligenstadt 14). nave inner imperial chapel Aix. possible consider context understanding heavenly Jerusalem. illustrated different ways, here well. biblical exegesis. why there nothing similar (25×25 feet)? Here almost certainly no symbolic significance. appears after built, work begun intention making simple form. then plans changed. dimensions discussed here, length rupture wall early middle ages groups churches. At 12–13) three sizes patron saints. largest St Richarius and—as Reims—the dedicated Saviour. To lay Mary's Benedict's What interest role processional liturgy. processions ended when Mass celebrated during great festivals Christ other occasions. Treves fulfil function century. perhaps discern connection European phenomenon—a family Church Mary 1050 must lain close Church, probably north side. presume was, extent, incorporated into liturgy up until finally demolished following one. its altar used for rituals connected stations. passages processions. demolition characteristic families disappeared period become united larger
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