Fan Vault

Ribbed vault with fan-like patterns.

Overview

Fan vaults, built with stone, feature radiating ribs, characteristic of late Gothic English architecture.

Core Characteristics

• Fan-like rib patterns.
• Decorative and structural.
• Late Gothic prevalence.

Notable Examples

• King’s College Chapel (UK, 1515, fan vaulting).
• Gloucester Cathedral (UK, 14th century, fan vaults).

Architectural Connections

• Gothic: Decorative focus.
• Religious: Chapels.
• Gothic Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Led by Gothic masons, it defines English Gothic.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Vaulting (technique), Ornamentation (theory), Vault (element), Neo-Gothic (movement)