The Stepping-Stone to Architecture (Classic Reprint)

Thomas Mitchell

ISBN 10: 1330171349 / ISBN 13: 9781330171349

Editore: Forgotten Books, 2020

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Print on Demand. This book is a foundational resource for understanding architecture from its earliest origins to the development of distinct styles in different cultures and time periods. The author presents a comprehensive treatment of the subject, starting with a discussion of ancient Greek and Roman architecture, which were instrumental in shaping the development of Western architecture. It delves into the Romanesque styles, which emerged during the transition from ancient to Medieval times, and examines the defining characteristics of Saxon, Norman, and Lombard styles. The book explores the evolution of key architectural elements such as columns, arches, and pediments, and explains the principles of construction and design behind them. By tracing the development of architectural styles over time, the author demonstrates how each period influenced the next, showcasing the dynamic nature of architecture as an art form. 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. Codice articolo 9781330171349_0

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Titolo: The Stepping-Stone to Architecture (Classic ...

Casa editrice: Forgotten Books

Data di pubblicazione: 2020

Legatura: Paperback

Condizione: New

Tipologia articolo: print-on-demand item