Early Renaissance Architecture in England (Classic Reprint): A Historical and Descriptive Account of the Tudor, Elizabethan, and Jacobean Periods, 1500-1625, for the Use of Students and Others - Couverture souple

Gotch, J. Alfred

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ISBN 10 : 1333409230 ISBN 13 : 9781333409234

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book presents a comprehensive analysis of the Elizabethan and Jacobean periods of architecture and interior design, focusing on England's transition from traditional Gothic to modern Renaissance styles. The author, an expert in the field, traces the roots of the Renaissance in Italy and explains how, through the influence of monarchs and foreign artists, these styles took hold in England. The book examines the evolution of the Elizabethan mansion, the transformation of tombs and monuments, and the emergence of new decorative elements in both architecture and interior design, such as fan vaulting, elaborate plasterwork, and intricate wood carvings. The author provides detailed descriptions of notable buildings, including Hardwick Hall, Longleat House, and Kirby Hall, highlighting the interplay of English tradition and continental innovation. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the architectural and cultural history of England during this fascinating period of transition.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

EARLY RENAISSANCE ARCHITECTURE IN ENGLAND ClIAI-TKK I INTRODUCTORY TuK progress of style in the mcdi;rval architecture «'f K>i_? 1.11 ? 1 was regular and continuous' so much so. that any one thoroughly acquainted with its various phases can tell the: date of a buildiriP within .some leu vears bv rncrelv e.viinihiiu'' tli. r ic>o- j 500 this growth continued, Knglish architecture finding within itself the power of progression. Rut about the beginning of the sixteenth century it began to feel the

Table of Contents

CONTENTS; CHAP fix'; I INTRODUCTORY i; II THE INVASION OF THE FOREIGN STYLE- ro; III THE DEVELOPMENT OK THE HOUSE-PLAN; from about 1450 to 1635 - - - - 43; IV EXTERIOR FEATURES-The Lay-out ok Housts,; Lodges and Gatkwavs, Dqobwav* and Porch - s>; V EXTERIOR FEATURES-General Aspect, External; Appearance, Windows of Various Kinds - - 103; VI EXTERIOR FEATURES-Gacles, Finials, Paraklts,; ChIMNFVS, RaIN-WATKR HKAUS, gardens- - - I 2y; VII INTERIOR KEATI"RES-Royal Prookkssef, The; Manner of Dkcoxatino Rooms, Wood-Panelling - 15;; VIII INTERIOR FEATURES-Treatment ok thk Hail, Opfx Rooks, TheSmxller Rooms, Doors xu Door Form 1 l'kk, Chimxev pikcks Ceilings, Pknuants, Friezes - j;'>; IX INTERIOR FEATURES-Staircases, 'Thk Great; Chamuek, The Long Gallerv, Glazing, etc -no; X MISCELLANEOUS WORR-Street Houses, Makket-Houses, Almshouses, Tow V-H alls, VlLLAOK Crosses, Schools, Churches and their Fittings, etc - 230;

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1333409230
• ISBN 13: 9781333409234
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 489
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