The Perpendicular Style
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 Harvey
Binding: Hardback
Published: B.T. Batsford., 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
The acclaimed The Perpendicular Style presents a definitive account of the final phase of English Gothic architecture, a period marked by its distinctive verticality and intricate fan vaulting. This scholarly work chronicles the stylistic evolution and structural innovations that defined the era, from the late 14th to the early 16th centuries. It illustrates the masterpieces of this unique architectural movement, detailing their construction and cultural significance. The text argues for the enduring legacy of these magnificent structures, offering a comprehensive analysis for enthusiasts and scholars alike.
Author: John Harvey
Binding: Hardback
Published: B.T. Batsford., 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
The acclaimed The Perpendicular Style presents a definitive account of the final phase of English Gothic architecture, a period marked by its distinctive verticality and intricate fan vaulting. This scholarly work chronicles the stylistic evolution and structural innovations that defined the era, from the late 14th to the early 16th centuries. It illustrates the masterpieces of this unique architectural movement, detailing their construction and cultural significance. The text argues for the enduring legacy of these magnificent structures, offering a comprehensive analysis for enthusiasts and scholars alike.