The Romanesque period was a style of architecture that was formed from Roman and Greek applications in England during 800 A.D. It was characterized by the rounded arches and vaults in the aesthetic design of buildings and cathedrals. In Italy, cathedrals were built with brick and faced with marble and the flooring was designed with patterned tile. The homes during this time were made mainly of mud, twigs, wood and dirt floors. They consisted of very little privacy and warmth. The lower area of the houses were used for commercial space and was open to the public. There was very little furniture that was recognized during this time but one thing that was common is the chests. They were built with planks and iron carvings of animals or human figures. The lifestyle of this period revolved around architecture and art.
This would be an example of a cathedral of St. Foy in France and it was known for its carved façade
This is an example of the iron carved chests that were used for sitting, storage, and dining. Usually kept off the cold ground to keep warm.
Current applications of the Romanesque style can include the Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.
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