Cusped Arch

Arch with pointed lobes or cusps.

Overview

Cusped arches, built with stone, feature decorative lobes, prominent in Gothic and Islamic architecture.

Core Characteristics

• Ornate and pointed.
• Structural and decorative.
• Gothic and Islamic use.

Notable Examples

• Alhambra (Spain, 14th century, cusped arches).
• Chartres Cathedral (France, 1220, Gothic arches).

Architectural Connections

• Gothic: Structural focus.
• Religious: Mosques and cathedrals.
• Islamic Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Shapes ornate designs, led by Islamic craftsmen.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Vaulting (technique), Ornamentation (theory), Arch (element), Gothic Architecture (movement)