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Roofs, vaults & domes

Rib vault

A vault built on a framework of projecting stone ribs along its diagonals and edges, with thin panels between.

Where to look
Look up: lines of moulding crossing each bay of the ceiling.
Styles
On the drawings
Cross-section

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Cross-section of a vaulted building with a nave, two aisles and flying buttresses. Each label links to its feature. NAVE AISLE AISLE RoofPinnacleFlying buttressButtressAisleRib vaultClerestoryTriforiumArcadePierNave
Cross-sectionRib vault is highlighted.