The Trevi Fountain
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: John A. Pinto
Binding: Hardback
Published: Yale University Press, 1986
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Some slight markings to DJ, foxed pages, previous owner's name to FEP.
The work The Trevi Fountain by John A. Pinto presents a comprehensive historical and architectural examination of Rome's iconic Baroque masterpiece. This scholarly account meticulously chronicles the fountain's conception, design, and construction, offering a rich narrative of its artistic evolution. Pinto uncovers the intricate political and cultural forces that shaped its creation, illustrating the genius of its various architects and sculptors. It details the enduring legacy of the monument, providing readers with a deeper appreciation for its grandeur and significance in urban planning and art history. The text serves as an authoritative guide, illuminating the stories and craftsmanship behind one of the world's most celebrated landmarks.
Author: John A. Pinto
Binding: Hardback
Published: Yale University Press, 1986
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Some slight markings to DJ, foxed pages, previous owner's name to FEP.
The work The Trevi Fountain by John A. Pinto presents a comprehensive historical and architectural examination of Rome's iconic Baroque masterpiece. This scholarly account meticulously chronicles the fountain's conception, design, and construction, offering a rich narrative of its artistic evolution. Pinto uncovers the intricate political and cultural forces that shaped its creation, illustrating the genius of its various architects and sculptors. It details the enduring legacy of the monument, providing readers with a deeper appreciation for its grandeur and significance in urban planning and art history. The text serves as an authoritative guide, illuminating the stories and craftsmanship behind one of the world's most celebrated landmarks.