Glossary

A quire vault is an arched apartment; especially, a subterranean room, used for storing articles, for a prison, for interment, or the like; a cell; a cellar, a strongroom or compartment (often made of steel) for safekeeping of valuables.

Quire vault (quadrefoil vault) is a type of architectural vaulting that features a series of four interconnected circles or lobes, forming a shape resembling a four-leaf clover.

Examples of quadrefoil vaults can be found in a variety of historic buildings, such as Gothic cathedrals and palaces, including:

1. Sainte-Chapelle in Paris, France
2. Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain
3. Canterbury Cathedral in Canterbury, England
4. Basilica of San Lorenzo in Florence, Italy

Other similar types of vaulting in the architectural context include:

1. Groin vault: A groin vault is a type of architectural vaulting that is formed by the intersection of two barrel vaults.

2. Ribbed vault: A ribbed vault is a type of vaulting that features a framework of arches or ribs that support the weight of the structure.

3. Barrel vault: A barrel vault is a type of architectural vaulting that is formed by a series of arches placed side by side, creating a continuous, semi-circular structure.

4. Dome: A dome is a type of architectural vaulting that is hemispherical in shape and covers a circular or polygonal space.

Quire vault and quadrefoil vault are two different architectural terms that refer to different aspects of vaulting design.

A quire vault (also spelled choir vault) is a type of ribbed vault that is commonly used in the choir (the area around the altar) of Gothic cathedrals. It features a series of diagonal ribs that intersect to form a net-like pattern, with additional secondary ribs supporting the intersections. The result is a complex and intricate pattern of interlocking ribs and arches that provide structural support and visual interest.

On the other hand, a quadrefoil vault is a type of vaulting that features a pattern of four interconnected circles or lobes, forming a shape resembling a four-leaf clover. It is not a type of ribbed vault like the quire vault, but rather a decorative motif used in vaulting and other architectural elements.

Summary

while both terms relate to vaulting in the architectural context, they refer to different aspects of the design. Quire vault refers to a specific type of ribbed vault commonly used in Gothic choir areas, while quadrefoil vault refers to a decorative motif used in various types of vaulting and other architectural elements.

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