Robert Smythson & The Elizabethan Country House
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Mark Girouard
Binding: Hardback
Published: Yale University Press, 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This authoritative work chronicles the life and architectural legacy of Robert Smythson, a pivotal figure in Elizabethan design. It presents a comprehensive study of the distinctive country houses that emerged during this vibrant historical period, illustrating Smythson's innovative contributions to their form and function. Girouard's meticulous research uncovers the social and cultural contexts that shaped these grand estates, detailing their unique blend of practicality and elaborate artistry. The text offers an insightful examination of the architectural principles and stylistic elements that define the Elizabethan country house, providing a rich understanding of this significant era in English building.
Author: Mark Girouard
Binding: Hardback
Published: Yale University Press, 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This authoritative work chronicles the life and architectural legacy of Robert Smythson, a pivotal figure in Elizabethan design. It presents a comprehensive study of the distinctive country houses that emerged during this vibrant historical period, illustrating Smythson's innovative contributions to their form and function. Girouard's meticulous research uncovers the social and cultural contexts that shaped these grand estates, detailing their unique blend of practicality and elaborate artistry. The text offers an insightful examination of the architectural principles and stylistic elements that define the Elizabethan country house, providing a rich understanding of this significant era in English building.