Loft

loft in the read hall of the university library Graz

a loft is increased handling in churches, concert halls or libraries.

A loft an area over the side ships of earlyChristian, Byzantine and medieval churches, intended for certain person's groups, was original. Loft openings in arcade form connected the loftwith the central ship. With the introduction of the organ in churches the organ loft in such a way specified developed, on which the instrument is accommodated, without stressing differently used place before.

 

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