The King's Arcadia: Inigo Jones And The Stuart Court
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: John Harris, Stephen Orgel And Roy Strong
Binding: Paperback
Published: Arts Council of Great Britain, 1973
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This scholarly work chronicles the profound influence of Inigo Jones on the architectural and artistic landscape of the Stuart Court. It uncovers the intricate relationship between royal patronage and the development of classical design in England, presenting Jones's innovative contributions to masques, stage design, and monumental buildings. The volume illustrates how the aesthetic vision of the King's Arcadia shaped the cultural identity of an era, reflecting the ambitions and tastes of the monarchy. Through meticulous research, it details the political and social contexts that fostered such artistic flourishing. This authoritative text offers a comprehensive understanding of a pivotal period in British art and architectural history.
Author: John Harris, Stephen Orgel And Roy Strong
Binding: Paperback
Published: Arts Council of Great Britain, 1973
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This scholarly work chronicles the profound influence of Inigo Jones on the architectural and artistic landscape of the Stuart Court. It uncovers the intricate relationship between royal patronage and the development of classical design in England, presenting Jones's innovative contributions to masques, stage design, and monumental buildings. The volume illustrates how the aesthetic vision of the King's Arcadia shaped the cultural identity of an era, reflecting the ambitions and tastes of the monarchy. Through meticulous research, it details the political and social contexts that fostered such artistic flourishing. This authoritative text offers a comprehensive understanding of a pivotal period in British art and architectural history.