Cluny, Citeaux et la Bourgogne : le Saint-Sépulcre de Barletta et l’invention d’un éclectisme roman international

A groundbreaking study reveals that the Holy Sepulchre of Barletta, Italy, served as a crucible for an eclectic Romanesque style with international dimensions, blending influences from Europe and the Holy Land. Unlike previous analyses, this research highlights the liturgical implications of architectural choices, particularly in the high chapel's façade, which adopted Clunisian models but diverged significantly in function. Barletta's role as a Mediterranean port facilitated artistic innovation, challenging earlier narratives that focused solely on southern Italian influences. The study builds on Emile Bertaux's 1904 work by expanding the scope to include broader Mediterranean and European connections, offering new insights into the transmission of architectural models during the 12th century.

Reveyron, N. (2016). Cluny, Citeaux et la Bourgogne : le Saint-Sépulcre de Barletta et l’invention d’un éclectisme roman international. Hortus Artium Medievalium, 22, 44–53. https://doi.org/10.1484/j.ham.5.111330