Narthex

GPTKB entity

Statements (14)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf architectural style
gptkbp:alternativeName gptkb:Porch
Vestibule
gptkbp:commonIn gptkb:Early_Christian_basilicas
Byzantine
gptkbp:etymology Greek 'narthex' meaning 'giant fennel' or 'case for unguents'
gptkbp:foundIn Christian church architecture
gptkbp:function Transition space from exterior to nave
gptkbp:historicalName Area for catechumens and penitents
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Narthex
gptkbp:location Entrance or lobby area
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Church_of_the_Holy_Savior
gptkb:Church_of_the_Holy_Saviour_in_Chora
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7