Guarino Guarini And His Architecture

Guarino Guarini And His Architecture

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Author: H. A. Meek
Binding: Hardback
Published: Yale University Press, 1988

Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: general wear and fraying of external cover; inside pages in very good condition

This scholarly work chronicles the extraordinary life and innovative designs of the Baroque architect Guarino Guarini. It presents a comprehensive analysis of his theoretical writings and groundbreaking structures, from the intricate domes of Turin to his influential ecclesiastical projects. The text details Guarini's unique approach to space and form, illustrating his profound impact on 17th-century European architecture. Readers gain insight into the intellectual and artistic currents that shaped his visionary creations. This authoritative volume offers a critical examination of a pivotal figure in architectural history.

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Description

Author: H. A. Meek
Binding: Hardback
Published: Yale University Press, 1988

Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: general wear and fraying of external cover; inside pages in very good condition

This scholarly work chronicles the extraordinary life and innovative designs of the Baroque architect Guarino Guarini. It presents a comprehensive analysis of his theoretical writings and groundbreaking structures, from the intricate domes of Turin to his influential ecclesiastical projects. The text details Guarini's unique approach to space and form, illustrating his profound impact on 17th-century European architecture. Readers gain insight into the intellectual and artistic currents that shaped his visionary creations. This authoritative volume offers a critical examination of a pivotal figure in architectural history.