Classical Architecture: An Introduction to Its Vocabulary and Essentials, with a Select Glossary of Terms - Softcover

Curl, JC

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0471289655 ISBN 13: 9780471289654

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 1992

Synopsis

This book defines classical architecture in all its manifestations, from Graeco-Roman antiquity, through its re-working during the Renaissance, the inventiveness of Baroque and Rococo, the rediscovery of antiquity, to the various phases of late classicism throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. It also explores the language of classical architecture, and demonstrates its cultural, emotional and symbolic richness compared to today's architectural language. The author points out the integral role of ornament and decoration in classical architecture. Also included in this book is an illustrated glossary. James Stevens Curl is the author of "The Art and Architecture of Freemasonry".

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Review

Curl's book is a useful alternative to the orthodox architectural histories of classicism. Enhancing its utility are its index, clearly drawn plans, useful glossary drawn largely from his A Dictionary of Architecture and extensive illustrations . . . . Anyone who delights in the best that the art of building can provide will value this book. --Carroll William Westfall"

One of the definitive works on architectural thought and practice.--Nicole V. Gagne

About the Author

Curl is professor of architectural history at Leicester Polytechnic in England. The author of numerous standard works on architectural history and contributor to many architectural journals, he is a fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London.

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0471289655
• ISBN 13: 9780471289654
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 232