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Architecture

Background Information

Even today, the Colosseum, Chartres Cathedral, and the Stepped Pyramid of King Djoser

are hugely impressive. Not only are these artworks among the greatest achievements in the

architectural history but they are also well preserved in their original state and design. For

instance, Lautier (123) acknowledges that the Chartres Cathedral employs all of the structural

aspects of Gothic architecture as it is celebrated for its sculptures and stained-glass windows.

Similarly, the Colosseum of Rome has not been left behind, it stands out glorious due to the fact

that its construction differed with most of other artworks in the world since it was built using the

classic model (Elkins 76). On the other hand, Stepped Pyramid of King Djoser is no different

since it also has a rich history that makes it one of the most famous monuments left from the

Ancient Egypt which still enthralls people in todays world (Madkour 65). This implies that the

Colosseum, Chartres Cathedral, and the Stepped Pyramid of King Djoser possess similarities and

differences in terms of their construction, design, and uses.

Objective of the Study

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The purpose of the study is to compare and contrast these three artworks including the

Colosseum, Chartres Cathedral, and the Stepped Pyramid of King Djoser to reveal their

differences and similarities evident in their uses, design, and construction.

The Scope of Study

This study will review the literature of previous works done on the Colosseum, Chartres

Cathedral, and the Stepped Pyramid of King Djoser. Then, the current information relating to

these artworks will be analyzed to elucidate their present states to reveal their similarities and

differences and how they are used today.

Methodology

A systemic study will be conducted by reviewing the articles and publications that relate

to the Colosseum, Chartres Cathedral, and the Stepped Pyramid of King Djoser. The literature

review will be carried out using electronic searching strategies by applying relevant keywords in

electronic databases such as PROQUEST, EBSCO, and JASTOR.

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Works Cited

Elkins, Nathan T. "The Procession and Placement of Imperial Cult Images in the Colosseum."

Papers of the British School at Rome. (2014): 73-107. Print.

Lautier, Claudine. "The West Rose Window of the Cathedral of Chartres." Arts of the Medieval

Cathedrals / Ed. by Kathleen Nolan, Dany Sandron. (2015): 121-133. Print.

Madkour, Fatma S, and Mohamed K. Khallaf. "Degradation Processes of Egyptian Faience Tiles

in the Step Pyramid at Saqqara." Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences. 68 (2012):

63-76. Print.