The thirteenth century nave of Salisbury Cathedral is built in what nineteenth century writers called the "Lancet" style but which today is more usually referred to as the Early English style. The nave arcades and most arches elsewhere are tall and pointed. Dark, polished Purbeck marble shafts flank these arches, a motif common to this period, and at Salisbury the light grey Chilmark stone adds further emphasis. As is commonly seen today, an altar has been placed where the nave meets the choir, making the congregation closer to this focal point.
photo © T. Boughen Camera: Nikon D5300
