ISBN: 9781527734302 - the gentleman's and builder's repository, or architecture display'd: containing the most useful and requisite problems in geometry (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 offers a comprehensive guide to the intricate world of architecture and design. Delving into the detailed principles of classical architecture, it explores the proportions, elements, and intricacies of different architectural orders, including the Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian. The author meticulously examines the construction and decoration of columns, pilasters, arches, and other architectural features, providing clear instructions and illustrations for their execution. The book's approach to architecture is rooted in the classical tradition, drawing upon the knowledge and expertise of renowned architects like Palladio. It reflects the prevailing architectural sensibilities of its time, emphasizing symmetry, harmony, and the application of mathematical principles to achieve aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound structures. Beyond its practical applications, the book delves into the broader themes of proportion, balance, and the relationship between form and function in architecture. It underscores the importance of careful planning and execution, highlighting the interplay of various architectural elements to create cohesive and aesthetically pleasing designs. The book's insights into classical architecture provide a valuable resource for understanding the enduring principles that have shaped architectural design for centuries. 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.…