Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'Philip Hooker: A Contribution to the Study of the Renaissance in America' offers a scholarly examination of the life and legacy of one of early America's most influential architects. Focused on the prolific career of Philip Hooker, the work explores his pivotal role in shaping the architectural landscape of Albany, New York, during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Edward W. Root meticulously documents Hooker's mastery of the Federal style, highlighting his significant contributions to civic, religious, and residential design.The book situates Hooker's output within the broader context of what is termed the American architectural 'Renaissance,' illustrating how his aesthetic choices reflected the burgeoning aspirations of a young nation. Readers will find detailed accounts of Hooker's major commissions, including early iterations of the Albany City Hall and the New York State Capitol, as well as an analysis of the classical influences that informed his work. By tracing the development of Hooker's unique style, this volume serves as an essential resource for students of American art history and architectural evolution. It preserves the memory of a craftsman whose vision helped define the character of early American urban spaces, providing valuable insight into the transition from colonial tradition to a distinct national identity in building design.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025498638

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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. "Philip Hooker: A Contribution to the Study of the Renaissance in America" offers a scholarly examination of the life and legacy of one of early America's most influential architects. Focused on the prolific career of Philip Hooker, the work explores his pivotal role in shaping the architectural landscape of Albany, New York, during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Edward W. Root meticulously documents Hooker's mastery of the Federal style, highlighting his significant contributions to civic, religious, and residential design.The book situates Hooker's output within the broader context of what is termed the American architectural "Renaissance," illustrating how his aesthetic choices reflected the burgeoning aspirations of a young nation. Readers will find detailed accounts of Hooker's major commissions, including early iterations of the Albany City Hall and the New York State Capitol, as well as an analysis of the classical influences that informed his work. By tracing the development of Hooker's unique style, this volume serves as an essential resource for students of American art history and architectural evolution. It preserves the memory of a craftsman whose vision helped define the character of early American urban spaces, providing valuable insight into the transition from colonial tradition to a distinct national identity in building design.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025498638

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