Early Medieval and Romanesque Art The Fall of the Roman Empire and the Rise of the Middle Ages
Three Periods of the Middle Ages Because of its length, it is easier to learn the Middle Ages as being divided into 3 different periods.
500
1050
Early Medieval
1050
1300
Romanesqu e
1300
Gothic
1500
Early Medieval Period The rise of the Carolingian dynasty, was the final end to the Roman Empire. One man was largely responsible for the many accomplishments of this period. His name was Charles the Great, or more commonly known as Charlemagne.
Equestrian Statuette of Charlemagne. 800.
Palatine Chapel of Charlemagne. Aachen, Germany 792-805 (exterior)
Trans Another aisle that cut ept directly across the main isle.