Movement guide

Romanesque

11th–12th century

Representative Romanesque artwork — Representative work from the Explainary collection.

Detail from a Romanesque artwork — Detail crop for texture and technique.

A medieval style defined by narrative clarity, stylized figures, and strong symbolic presence.

What defines it

Linear storytelling and bold outlines
Rhythmic repetition
Sacred and historical themes

Techniques and innovations

Large-scale narrative textiles and murals
Clear, legible visual storytelling

Key artists

Key works in Explainary