Takstolarna i Gökhems kyrka. En undersökning av tidigmedeltida byggteknik

Abstract

The Romanic roof constructions are surely one of Europe’s oldest preserved wooden constructions. The roof construction in Gökhem Church which this study discusses is dated by dendrochronology to the year 1137. At present we know little about these constructs. This study aims to extend knowledge of the Romanesque roof structures with a focus on their manufacturing process, based on the roof construction in Gökhem Church. The text first provides an overview of the entire roof construction, where I describe the timber's dimensions and its processing, tool marks and traces of manufacture. Then I go deeper into the study’s three main points; brace placement, joints and the joint organization. The study is in text form with explanatory images and photos. The reported findings are discussed and interpreted throughout the text. Finally, I describe the answers to my inquiries and discuss the study as well as modeling as a method of research.