Architecture of the Italian Renaissance / revised and edited by Peter Murray

Burkhardt, Jacob (1818-1897)

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Language: English

Published by London : Secker & Warburg, 1985

0436077051 / 9780436077050

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Fine cloth copy in a near-fine, very slightly dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Physical description: xxxv, 283 pages : illustrations, plans ; 29 cm. Notes: Translation of: Geschichte der Renaissance in Italien. Includes bibliographical references (pxix-xxix) and index. Contents: Introduction / Peter Murray -- Book one: Architecture. The monumental temper of Italian architecture -- Patrons, dilettanti and master builders -- Proto-Renaissance and Gothic -- The study of antique buildings and of Vitruvius -- The theorists -- Treatment of form in the early Renaissance -- Treatment of form in the sixteenth century -- The architectural model -- The design of churches -- Monasteries and buildings of religious orders -- The architectural character of the palazzo -- Hospitals, fortresses and bridges -- Improvements and town-planning -- Villas -- Gardens. -- Book two: Decoration. The nature of Renaissance decoration -- Decorative sculpture in stone -- Decoration in bronze -- Works in wood -- Pavements, calligraphy -- Painting of façades -- Interior painting and stucco-work -- Goldsmiths' work, ceramics and related crafts -- Temporary decorations. Subjects: Architecture Italy History; Architecture, Renaissance Italy. 1 Kg.…

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Title
Architecture of the Italian Renaissance / revised and edited by Peter Murray
Author
Burkhardt, Jacob (1818-1897)
Publisher
London : Secker & Warburg
Publication year
1985
Binding
Hardcover
Language
English
ISBN 10
0436077051
ISBN 13
9780436077050
Edition
1st edition.
Item weight
1 kilogram

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