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Le Corbusier (1887-1965) - visionary architect, urban planner and theorist of modernity, and also an accomplished painter and sculptor - made a profound impression on the 20th century in dramatically changing architectural design and the way people lived in it. This new book, coinciding with a major retrospective at the Centre Pompidou in Paris, shows the output of this major figure in modernity through the idea of human proportions, the human body being essential as a universal principle defining all aspects of architecture and spatial composition. Le Corbusier: The Measures of Man offers a fresh journey through his work. While the modernist Le Corbusier who created Purist architecture is often pitted against the post-war Le Corbusier, exponent of a concrete Brutalism and more organic forms, the book demonstrates how his entire approach in fact was perfectly seamless. The essays are arranged in five chapters: The Constants of Eurythmia, The Housed Body, The Dimensions of Anthropometry, The Inexpressible Space, and The Universal Man. They are complemented by five visual sections featuring a wealth of illustrations, showing the entire range of Le Corbusier's unceasing creativity, and include much previously unpublished or little-known material.
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Olivier Cinqualbre is an architect and architectural historian. He is curator of the architectural collection at the Musee National d'Art Moderne, Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris. Frederic Migayrou is deputy director of the Musee National d Art Moderne, Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris and chief curator of its department of industrial design. He is also a Professor of Architecture at London s Bartlett School of Architecture.
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice book in great condition. Pages in excellent condition. In almost new condition. Pages unused. Hardcover. English. Pub Year 2015, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> This book, titled Le Corbusier ? The Measures of Man by Frederic Migayrou, offers a comprehensive overview of the life and work of the renowned architect and urban planner Le Corbusier (1887-1965). Published in conjunction with an exhibition at the Centre Pompidou in Paris, the volume explores the vast diversity of Le Corbusier's contributions, including his architectural designs, urban planning projects, furniture designs, and artistic endeavours such as paintings, drawings, and sculptures, alongside his theoretical writings.Featuring over 450 illustrations, the book meticulously documents the fundamental aspects and the developmental trajectory of Le Corbusier's work, examining it from a contemporary perspective. It emphasizes his enduring fascination with the proportions and spiritual dimensions of the human figure, highlighting how these elements informed his innovative approach to architecture and design. The layout and selection of materials encourage a thoughtful exploration of his impact on modern architecture and urban planning.Through its rich visual content and insightful analysis, Le Corbusier ? The Measures of Man serves as both a scholarly resource and an engaging visual narrative, illustrating how Le Corbusier's vision shaped the built environment and continues to influence contemporary practices. The book stands as a testament to the architect?s pioneering ideas and artistic legacy, making it a significant addition for those interested in the evolution of architecture and urbanism in the twentieth century. (MP). Seller Inventory # Batch-FM741-VG-14862
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