The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Vol. 01, No. 08, August 1895 : Fragments of Greek Detail

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Vol. 01, No. 08, August 1895" is a publication focused on architectural details, particularly from classical Greek architecture, written during the late 19th century. It highlights the rapid advancement in the arts after the Persian wars in Greece, showcasing significant structures like the Parthenon and the Erechtheion. The likely topic of the book revolves around the artistry and architectural techniques of ancient Greece, emphasizing both the technical skill and the artistic vision behind these enduring monuments. The content meticulously explores various components of Greek architectural design from the fifth century B.C., illustrating and describing intricate details such as capitals and bases from iconic structures. The text discusses the political and cultural context of Athens under Pericles, which laid the groundwork for these artistic achievements. It presents a range of illustrations that capture key fragments of architecture, allowing readers to appreciate the quality of craftsmanship and the historical significance of these elements. Overall, the publication serves as both an informative resource for architectural students and a tribute to the classical art that has influenced countless generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Sigal Alon and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 56.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-11-12