The artwork, titled “Cistercian Abbey, Bélapátfalva, Hungary,” is an architectural piece created in 1232. It falls under the Romanesque art movement and is classified within the genre of architecture. This particular piece is part of the “Facades” series and was designed under the influence of Romanesque architecture.
The artwork depicts a stone structure typical of Cistercian abbeys, exuding the hallmark simplicity, solid construction, and lack of superfluous decoration characteristic of Romanesque architecture. The façade is made up of robust, unadorned stone walls, punctuated by small, rounded windows and a modest entrance. The roof is steeply pitched, with additional structures and elements underscoring the practicality and functionality over ornate detailing. The restrained aesthetic reflects the Cistercian values of austerity and humility, creating a peaceful and contemplative atmosphere. Overall, the architecture stands as a testament to the period’s construction techniques and the monastic community’s ascetic lifestyle in the early 13th century.
