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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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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.
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- PublisherBatsford
- Publication date1992
- ISBN 10 071346772X
- ISBN 13 9780713467727
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages224
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