Format:
1 Online-Ressource (xvi, 465 pages)
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digital, PDF file(s)
ISBN:
9781107252875
Series Statement:
Cambridge library collection. Art and architecture
Content:
In 1816, architect and botanist Joseph Woods (1776–1864) embarked on a two-year journey through France, Switzerland, Italy and Greece, documenting interesting flora as well as buildings of note. This two-volume work first appeared in 1828. The account stands apart from other contemporary travelogues owing to the application of Woods' architectural insight. By critically assessing ancient and modern buildings for strengths and defects, Woods hoped to inform fellow architects as to how they might produce beautiful buildings through the study of different modes of construction and decoration. Accordingly, the text is accompanied by Woods' drawings of important buildings and architectural features. In Volume 1, he charts his year-long journey through France and Switzerland to Rome, including discussion of the notable ecclesiastical edifices of Notre Dame and the Vatican
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9781108069410
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Druck-Ausgabe ISBN 9781108069410
Additional Edition:
Elektronische Reproduktion von Woods, Joseph, 1776 - 1864 Letters Of An Architect, From France, Italy, And Greece ; Vol. I London : Printed For John And Arthur Arch, 1828
Language:
English
DOI:
10.1017/CBO9781107252875
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