Alcuin als planender Architekt in York und Aachen *

Recent research sheds new light on Alcuin's role as a church planner, particularly in the construction of Aachen Cathedral and St. Sophia's Church in York. The study presents two novel pieces of evidence suggesting significant progress in the cathedral's construction between 795 and 799, challenging previous assumptions about its timeline. It also proposes the use of Italian columns in Aachen and other churches, such as Centula and Saint-Amand, linking Alcuin's influence to broader architectural practices of the era. Additionally, the article highlights Alcuin's donation of Bible copies and his connection to the oldest Vitruvius manuscript, Harleianus 2767, offering a deeper understanding of his intellectual and architectural legacy.

Lohrmann, D. (2024). Alcuin als planender Architekt in York und Aachen *. Frühmittelalterliche Studien, 58(1), 95–113. https://doi.org/10.1515/fmst-2024-0003