Isbn: 9780282885885 - the true principles of pointed or christian architecture: set forth in two lectures delivered at st. marie's, oscott (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the principles of pointed or Christian architecture, a style that reached its height during the medieval era. The author discusses important features of construction such as buttresses, vaulting, and mouldings, explaining their origins and purpose. This volume also explores areas such as metal and wood-work, examining how those materials were used in pointed architecture to achieve both beautiful and sturdy structures. Thoroughly researched and engagingly written, this book offers a comprehensive overview of the history and significance of this architectural style, making it an indispensable resource for architects, historians, and anyone interested in the evolution of medieval architecture. 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. print-on-demand item.…