Character of Renaissance Architecture (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Charles Herbert Moore

 
9780331581126: Character of Renaissance Architecture (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover the true character of Renaissance architecture and what shaped its most enduring forms. This scholarly study deciphers how Renaissance design reflected its era, from domes and churches to grand palaces, with careful illustrations to illuminate key ideas.

This edition surveys major centers like Florence and Rome, tracing how classical influence, medieval roots, and contemporary tastes mingled in real buildings. It emphasizes construction reasoning, stylistic decisions, and the limits of classical imitation, offering a clear, ground‑level look at architectural change across the period.


  • In-depth analysis of domes, facades, and interior arrangements from the Renaissance period

  • Close attention to how ancient models and medieval ideas informed new forms

  • Discussion of notable works in Florence, Rome, Milan, and Venice, with historical context

  • Plenty of photogravure plates and illustrations to support the text



Ideal for readers of architectural history, design students, and museum lovers who want a grounded, readable overview of Renaissance architecture.

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