English Baroque Architecture
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: Kerry Downes
Binding: Paperback
Published: A. Zwemmer Ltd., London, 1966
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: General wear and yellowing, signed by previous owner on internal cover
This scholarly work English Baroque Architecture chronicles the distinctive style that flourished across England during a pivotal era. Kerry Downes presents a comprehensive analysis of its origins, key figures, and enduring influence on the nation's built environment. The text details the intricate designs and innovative structural approaches that defined this period, from grand country houses to monumental public buildings. It illustrates how political and cultural shifts shaped the aesthetic principles of the time, offering a rich understanding of architectural evolution. This authoritative volume serves as an essential resource for enthusiasts and scholars alike, illuminating the grandeur and complexity of English Baroque.
Author: Kerry Downes
Binding: Paperback
Published: A. Zwemmer Ltd., London, 1966
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: General wear and yellowing, signed by previous owner on internal cover
This scholarly work English Baroque Architecture chronicles the distinctive style that flourished across England during a pivotal era. Kerry Downes presents a comprehensive analysis of its origins, key figures, and enduring influence on the nation's built environment. The text details the intricate designs and innovative structural approaches that defined this period, from grand country houses to monumental public buildings. It illustrates how political and cultural shifts shaped the aesthetic principles of the time, offering a rich understanding of architectural evolution. This authoritative volume serves as an essential resource for enthusiasts and scholars alike, illuminating the grandeur and complexity of English Baroque.