9781332597710 - A History of Architecture, Vol. 3 of 3 (Classic Reprint) de Frothingham, Arthur Lincoln (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 explores the evolution of Gothic architecture. Growing from the Romanesque style, Gothic architecture signaled a revolutionary shift in architectural design and construction techniques. The author takes a historical approach to trace the development of Gothic architecture, with a particular focus on its origins in France, exploring its historical context, thematic depth, and ideas. The book examines Gothic architecture's impact on related artistic disciplines, such as gured sculpture in stone and stained glass windows, highlighting its position as the artistic dictator of the era. By analyzing the structural and decorative elements of Gothic architecture, the author provides insights into the transformation of architectural forms, materials, and their relationship to mathematical ratios and aesthetic ideas. The book concludes by examining how Gothic architecture paved the way for the Renaissance style, emphasizing the lasting influence of Gothic architecture and its significance in architectural history. 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.