Essays On Gothic Architecture (1802) - Couverture souple

Warton, Thomas; Bentham, J; Grose, Captain

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1104744112 ISBN 13 : 9781104744113

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing Co, 2009

Synopsis

Essays On Gothic Architecture is a book written by Thomas Warton and originally published in 1802. The book is a collection of essays that explore the history and characteristics of Gothic architecture. Warton was a prominent literary figure of his time, and his interest in Gothic architecture was part of a wider movement in the late 18th and early 19th centuries that sought to revive interest in medieval art and culture. The essays in this book cover a range of topics related to Gothic architecture, including its origins, its development over time, and its distinctive features such as pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses. Warton also explores the relationship between Gothic architecture and other aspects of medieval culture, such as literature and religion. Throughout the book, Warton emphasizes the beauty and significance of Gothic architecture, arguing that it represents a unique and valuable contribution to the history of art and architecture. He also makes the case that the study of Gothic architecture can help us better understand the cultural and historical contexts in which it emerged. Overall, Essays On Gothic Architecture is an important work of scholarship that continues to be studied and appreciated by scholars and enthusiasts of Gothic architecture and medieval culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing Co
• Date d'édition: 2009
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1104744112
• ISBN 13: 9781104744113
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 222
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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