Architecture: Gothic and Renaissance by T. Roger Smith
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"Architecture: Gothic and Renaissance" by T. Roger Smith is a comprehensive textual analysis of architectural styles written in the late 19th century. The work traces the development of European architecture from the emergence of the Gothic style in the 12th century to the decline of the Renaissance architecture by the end of the 18th century. It explores the historical context, forms, and prominent examples of both Gothic and Renaissance architecture, making it
relevant for students and enthusiasts of art and architecture. The opening of the text introduces the reader to the foundational themes surrounding Gothic architecture, asserting its prominence and evolution across Europe over several centuries. The author contextualizes Gothic architecture within a historical framework, discussing its origins in the 12th century, its peak in the 14th century, and its gradual decline through the 15th century. Smith emphasizes the significance of various notable church buildings as prime examples of the Gothic style, simultaneously laying the groundwork for understanding contrasting architectural movements that followed, particularly during the Renaissance. This analysis sets the stage for further exploration in subsequent chapters regarding specific features, styles, and characteristics within the broader architectural narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Smith, T. Roger (Thomas Roger), 1830-1903 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Poynter, Edward John, 1836-1919 |
| Title | Architecture: Gothic and Renaissance |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NA: Fine Arts: Architecture |
| Subject | Architecture -- History |
| Subject | Church architecture |
| Subject | Architecture, Gothic |
| Subject | Architecture, Renaissance |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 33837 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-33837-8 |
| Release Date | Oct 3, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 943 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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