Early English Gothic

Early English Gothic (also First Pointed, Lancet Gothic or Early Gothic, abbreviated to E.E.) was the first phase of English Gothic architecture, distinguished by pointed arches, lancet windows and rib vaults. It emerged from a combination of English Romanesque (Norman) and French Early Gothic (Primary Gothic) architecture, and was primarily used in churches. While it was related to contemporary French architecture, it had important differences that made it distinctively English, such as low interiors, flat (not apsidal) ends to churches and thick walls. The first notable buildings were constructed in the style in the 1170s and '80s, including Wells Cathedral and Lincoln Cathedral. While the style was centred on England and the English-controlled parts of Wales, it was also used in Scotland.