A Brief Guide to the Chapel: Including a List of the Stained-Glass Windows (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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The Chapel stands at the head of the main axis of the West Campus and dominates the group of University build ing's. The Cloisters of open arches flanking either side of the tower and connecting it with Page Auditorium and Gray Building show the architectural and symbolic union of the Chapel with the campus.
The true orientation of the Chapel is southeast by north west. For the sake of convenience, however, the following directions have been adopted: the tower, east, the choir, west, the transepts, north and south, respectively.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive architectural guide to the iconic Chapel at Duke University. The Chapel, designed in the English Gothic style after Canterbury Cathedral's Bell Harry Tower, is a profound exploration of architectural and theological ideas. The author traces the Chapel's history from its conception in the 1920s to its completion in the 1950s, highlighting its significance as a landmark of American collegiate Gothic architecture. Lavishly illustrated with photographs and detailed descriptions, the book offers insights into the Chapel's construction, symbolism, and artistic features. It examines the stained-glass windows, sculptures, and carvings that adorn the Chapel's interior, revealing their theological and historical significance. This book serves not only as a guide to a magnificent architectural masterpiece but also as a testament to the intersection of faith, art, and education. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780259819134_0
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