An architectural drawing of Norman Romanesque decoration. The style was instigated by William the Conqueror from Normandy in northern France during the 11th and 12th centuries. The decoration wass often quite simple, using geometric shapes rather than floral or curvilinear patterns. Common shapes used include diapers—squares or lozenges—and chevrons, which were zigzag patterns and shapes. Plain circles were also used, which echoed the half-circle shape of the ubiquitous arches.

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Size: 3545px × 3632px
Location: England, UK
Photo credit: © De Luan / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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