The Story of Follies : Architectures of Eccentricity / Celia Fisher.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Fisher, Celia, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Architecture.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (407 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

London, England : Reaktion Books, Limited, [2022]

Summary:

A beautifully illustrated history of these quirky ornamental buildings in gardens across the globe.Are they frivolous or practical? Follies are buildings constructed primarily for decoration, but they suggest another purpose through their appearance. In this visually stunning book, Celia Fisher describes follies in their historical and architectural context, looks at their social and political significance, and highlights their relevance today. She explores follies built in protest, follies in Oriental and Gothic styles, animal-related follies, waterside follies and grottoes, and, finally, follies in glass and steel. Featuring many fine illustrations, from historical paintings to contemporary photographs and prints, and taking in follies from Great Britain to Ireland, throughout Europe, and beyond, The Story of Follies is an amusing and informative guide to fanciful, charming buildings.

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9781789146363

1789146364

OCLC:

1373983582