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Gothic Cherries

Central Roundel from the main rose window of Mende Cathedral

Online Courses (pre-recorded)

Level

Advanced: It is necessary to have a basic knowledge of geometric drawing and some precision in tracing.

Duration

1h45 (1 video)

Format

A3 (29,7 mm x 42 mm) or equivalent recommended

Price
35€

About the Pattern

The center of the gothic rose window of Mende Cathedral (France) show an unusual motif looking like cherries. This central pattern probably dates from the re-building of the rose in the 19th century.

Course Content

This online course in 1 session of 1h45 shares with you the result of my research for a possible construction of this motif using compass and ruler only.


There are 2 levels of tracery on this pattern (and therefor 3 thicknesses add to the core line). In this course you will see in detail how to trace all the levels of thickness for a final result as close as possible to the original design.

Links to Other Courses

For the full window of Mende see: Summer Gothic Rose Window

Required Materials

-Standard or drawing paper (120 to 250gsm), A3 (29,7 mm x 42 mm) or equivalent.
-A4 (or A3) tracing paper
-Compass
-30 cm ruler
-Pencil or mechanical pencil (0.5 or 0.3) and eraser
-A few coloured pencils
-Fine pens or markers (optionally coloured)

Material Advice Video

Access

Course materials (video recordings, PDFs, images, etc.) will be accessible through your member area on this site.

The videos will be accessible for several years.
If they need to be taken down, registered participants will be informed several months in advance.

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