Glossary of Medieval Art and Architecture

sexpartite rib vault: a rib vault which is divided into six sections. sexpartite rib vault: A rib vault whose surface is divided into six sections by three ribs.

See also: rib vault

Other types of rib vaults: fan, net, quadripartite.

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