Excerpt from An Essay in Defence of Ancient Architecture, or a Parallel of the Ancient Buildings With the Modern: Shewing the Beauty and Harmony of the Former, and the Irregularity of the Latter; With Impartial Reflections on the Reasons of the Abuses Introduced by Our Present Builders
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book embarks on a captivating exploration of architecture, tracing its origins from ancient Greece and Rome to its revival during the 14th and 15th centuries. The author delves into the fundamental principles of classical architecture, emphasizing the significance of order, proportion, and harmony in creating structures of enduring beauty and grandeur. Through a comparative analysis of ancient and more recent architectural practices, the author passionately defends the timeless principles of classical design, arguing against the excesses and irregularities of contemporary trends. The book delves into the philosophical underpinnings of architecture, highlighting its profound impact on human perception, emotion, and cultural identity. With meticulous detail, the author dissects the three classical orders ââ â Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian ââ â elucidating their distinctive features and proportions. This book serves as both a historical study and a practical guide, offering invaluable insights for architects, artists, and anyone seeking to understand the enduring legacy of classical architecture. Ultimately, the author's profound appreciation for classical principles underscores architecture's ability to elevate the human spirit and shape the course of civilization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780282531379_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9780282531379
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