Ogee Arch

Arch with double-curved, S-shaped profile.

Overview

Ogee arches, built with stone, feature elegant, S-curved profiles in Gothic and Islamic architecture.

Core Characteristics

• S-shaped and elegant.
• Decorative and structural.
• Gothic and Islamic use.

Notable Examples

• Doge’s Palace (Italy, 1340, ogee arches).
• Alhambra (Spain, 14th century, ogee designs).

Architectural Connections

• Gothic: Decorative focus.
• Civic: Palaces.
• Islamic Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Shapes ornate designs, led by Gothic craftsmen.

Related Concepts & Techniques

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