Flying buttresses at Saint John's Cathedral, 's-Hertogenbosch, Gothic architectural structure at Saint John's Cathedral, Netherlands.
The flying buttresses extend outward from the cathedral walls, transferring the weight of the vaulted ceiling through stone arches to external support pillars.
These external supports, constructed during the cathedral's building phase between 1380 and 1530, represent a major advancement in medieval architectural engineering.
Each buttress features detailed stone sculptures depicting biblical figures, angels, and medieval life scenes that share religious narratives with viewers.
Regular maintenance of the flying buttresses ensures the cathedral's structural stability, preventing wall displacement and protecting the large stained glass windows.
The buttresses contain an integrated water drainage system that channels rainwater through decorative stone spouts shaped like mythical creatures.
Location: 's-Hertogenbosch
Part of: St. John's Cathedral
GPS coordinates: 51.68806,5.30833
Latest update: March 23, 2025 17:26
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