Alfred Waterhouse And The Natural History Museum
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Mark Girouard
Binding: Hardback
Published: Yale University Press in association with The British Museum (Natural History), 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Mark Girouard's Alfred Waterhouse And The Natural History Museum chronicles the life and work of the eminent Victorian architect, focusing on his most iconic creation. This insightful volume presents a detailed account of the design, construction, and cultural impact of London's Natural History Museum, a masterpiece of Romanesque Revival architecture. Girouard uncovers the intricate planning and artistic vision that shaped the building's distinctive facade and grand interiors. The narrative illustrates Waterhouse's innovative approach to integrating art and science, making the museum a landmark of both architectural and scientific history. This authoritative text offers a compelling look into a pivotal period of British architectural development.
Author: Mark Girouard
Binding: Hardback
Published: Yale University Press in association with The British Museum (Natural History), 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Mark Girouard's Alfred Waterhouse And The Natural History Museum chronicles the life and work of the eminent Victorian architect, focusing on his most iconic creation. This insightful volume presents a detailed account of the design, construction, and cultural impact of London's Natural History Museum, a masterpiece of Romanesque Revival architecture. Girouard uncovers the intricate planning and artistic vision that shaped the building's distinctive facade and grand interiors. The narrative illustrates Waterhouse's innovative approach to integrating art and science, making the museum a landmark of both architectural and scientific history. This authoritative text offers a compelling look into a pivotal period of British architectural development.