Inigo Jones: Complete Architectural Drawings

HARRIS, John and HIGGOTT, Gordon

Published by The Drawing Center, 1989

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HARRIS, John and HIGGOTT, Gordon [336] pp. The Drawing Center 1989 10 1/2" x 8 1/2" Inigo Jones (15 July 1573 - 21 June 1652) was the first significant architect in England and Wales in the early modern period, and the first to employ Vitruvian rules of proportion and symmetry in his buildings. As the most notable architect in England and Wales, Jones was the first person to introduce the classical architecture of Rome and the Italian Renaissance to Britain. He left his mark on London by his design of single buildings, such as the Queen's House which is the first building in England designed in a pure classical style, and the Banqueting House, Whitehall, as well as the layout for Covent Garden square which became a model for future developments in the West End. He made major contributions to stage design by his work as theatrical designer for several dozen masques, most by royal command and many in collaboration with Ben Jonson. Seller Inventory # 37399

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Title: Inigo Jones: Complete Architectural Drawings

Publisher: The Drawing Center

Publication Date: 1989

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: Fine

Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket