Art And Architecture In Spain And Portugal And Their American Dominions: 1500 To 1800
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: George Kubler, Martin Soria
Binding: Hardback
Published: PENGUIN BOOKS, 1959
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This authoritative volume chronicles the rich artistic and architectural heritage of Spain, Portugal, and their American dominions from 1500 to 1800. It presents a comprehensive survey of styles, movements, and significant works that shaped the visual culture of this expansive era. The text details the intricate interplay of European influences and indigenous traditions, illustrating how these forces converged to create unique artistic expressions across continents. Readers will gain a profound understanding of the historical, cultural, and religious contexts that informed the construction of cathedrals, palaces, and public spaces, alongside the development of painting and sculpture. This scholarly work argues for the enduring legacy of this period's monumental achievements in art and design.
Author: George Kubler, Martin Soria
Binding: Hardback
Published: PENGUIN BOOKS, 1959
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This authoritative volume chronicles the rich artistic and architectural heritage of Spain, Portugal, and their American dominions from 1500 to 1800. It presents a comprehensive survey of styles, movements, and significant works that shaped the visual culture of this expansive era. The text details the intricate interplay of European influences and indigenous traditions, illustrating how these forces converged to create unique artistic expressions across continents. Readers will gain a profound understanding of the historical, cultural, and religious contexts that informed the construction of cathedrals, palaces, and public spaces, alongside the development of painting and sculpture. This scholarly work argues for the enduring legacy of this period's monumental achievements in art and design.