Isbn: 9780282551544 - the principles of architecture, containing the fundamental rules of the art, in geometry, arithmetic, and mensuration, vol. 3 of 3: with the ... ichnography and orthography of objects, geo (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a deep dive into the history and intricacies of architectural design for Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian orders, featuring meticulous diagrams and abundant examples taken from antiquity. The author meticulously describes variations in columns, moldings, and other elements, placing them within the context of the original Greek architectural theory from Vitruvius, who believed that Doric temples were unsuitable for sacred use due to inherent irregularities in the proportion and placement of elements. The book goes on to explain how these irregularities can be resolved, offering practical solutions for constructing aesthetically pleasing Doric structures. Thoroughly researched and illustrated, this book is an essential resource for students and practitioners of architecture and design. 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. …