Artículos relacionados a A History of Building Types

A History of Building Types - Tapa dura

Pevsner, Nikolaus

 
9780691099040: A History of Building Types
Tapa dura
ISBN 10: 0691099049 ISBN 13: 9780691099040
Editorial: Princeton Univ Pr, 1976

Sinopsis

An essential guide to vital and often overlooked features of the architectural and social inheritance of the West

This marvelously illustrated book provides vital insights into the ways in which architecture reflects the character of society. Drawing on his immense erudition and keenly discerning eye, Nikolaus Pevsner describes twenty types of buildings ranging from the most monumental to the least, and from the ideal to the most utilitarian. He covers both European and American architecture, with examples chosen largely from the nineteenth century, the crucial period for diversification. Included are national monuments, libraries, theaters, hospitals, prisons, factories, hotels, and many other public buildings. Featuring hundreds of illustrations, A History of Building Types traces the evolution of each type in response to social and architectural change, and discusses differing attitudes toward function, materials, and style.

"Sinopsis" puede pertenecer a otra edición de este libro.

Acerca del autor

Nikolaus Pevsner (1902–1983) was professor of art history at Birkbeck, University of London. His books include Pioneers of Modern Design: From William Morris to Walter Gropius and An Outline of European Architecture.

"Sobre este título" puede pertenecer a otra edición de este libro.

Editorial
Princeton Univ Pr
Año de publicación
1976
Idioma
Inglés
ISBN 10 
0691099049
ISBN 13 
9780691099040
Encuadernación
Tapa dura
Contacto del fabricante
no disponible
Persona responsable
no disponible