The Rome Of Alexander Vii: 1655-1667
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: Richard Krautheimer
Binding: Paperback
Published: Princeton University Press, 1985
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
The Rome Of Alexander Vii: 1655-1667 presents a meticulous historical account of Rome's urban and architectural transformation during the pontificate of Alexander VII. This scholarly work chronicles the ambitious building programs and artistic endeavors that reshaped the Eternal City, detailing the contributions of prominent architects and artists of the Baroque era. Krautheimer's authoritative scholarship uncovers the intricate interplay between papal patronage, urban planning, and the evolving aesthetic sensibilities of the mid-17th century. It illustrates how Alexander VII's vision profoundly influenced Rome's monumental landscape, leaving an indelible mark on its public spaces and ecclesiastical structures. The volume offers an indispensable resource for understanding a pivotal period in Roman art and architectural history.
Author: Richard Krautheimer
Binding: Paperback
Published: Princeton University Press, 1985
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
The Rome Of Alexander Vii: 1655-1667 presents a meticulous historical account of Rome's urban and architectural transformation during the pontificate of Alexander VII. This scholarly work chronicles the ambitious building programs and artistic endeavors that reshaped the Eternal City, detailing the contributions of prominent architects and artists of the Baroque era. Krautheimer's authoritative scholarship uncovers the intricate interplay between papal patronage, urban planning, and the evolving aesthetic sensibilities of the mid-17th century. It illustrates how Alexander VII's vision profoundly influenced Rome's monumental landscape, leaving an indelible mark on its public spaces and ecclesiastical structures. The volume offers an indispensable resource for understanding a pivotal period in Roman art and architectural history.