The Palladian Revival


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In 1726, Richard Boyle, 3rd Earl of Burlington, built an addition to his modest country house on the river Thames at Chiswick. The structure was a free standing villa, which is the subject of this book. The author explores the villa's architectural inspiration and the evolution of its design.










Renaissance in Italy


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Renaissance in Italy


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The Italian Presence in American Art, 1760-1860


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Annotation. Sixteen essays examine aspects of American art that owe a debt to Italy and Italian artists. A central theme is the tension between perceptions of Italy as a mythic presence, the visual incarnation of spirit, and a contrasting ambivalence felt by many Americans about the cultural ties binding them to Europe despite their political independence. With some 200 illustrations, 36 in color. Not indexed. Pre-publication price, $49.95, until 12-31-90. Annotation(c) 2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).




Pliny the Elder and the Emergence of Renaissance Architecture


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The Naturalis historia by Pliny the Elder provided Renaissance scholars, artists and architects with details of ancient architectural practice and long-lost architectural wonders - material that was often unavailable elsewhere in classical literature. Pliny's descriptions frequently included the dimensions of these buildings, as well as details of their unusual construction materials and ornament. This book describes, for the first time, how the passages were interpreted from around 1430 to 1580, that is, from Alberti to Palladio. Chapters are arranged chronologically within three interrelated sections - antiquarianism; architectural writings; drawings and built monuments - thereby making it possible for the reader to follow the changing attitudes to Pliny over the period. The resulting study establishes the Naturalis historia as the single most important literary source after Vitruvius's De architectura.




Renaissance in Italy (Vol. 1-7)


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John Addington Symonds's monumental work 'Renaissance in Italy' spans seven volumes and delves into the cultural, political, and social history of Italy during the Renaissance period. Symonds combines meticulous research with a poetic writing style, drawing vivid pictures of the artists, thinkers, and rulers who shaped this transformative era. With detailed analysis of art, literature, and philosophy, Symonds captures the essence of the Italian Renaissance and its impact on Western civilization. His lyrical prose brings to life the beauty and complexity of this fascinating time in history. As a scholar and writer, John Addington Symonds was deeply immersed in the study of Renaissance culture and humanism. His personal experiences in Italy and his passion for art and literature inspired him to produce this comprehensive work. Symonds's deep admiration for the achievements of the Renaissance shines through in his nuanced and insightful analysis of this pivotal period. I highly recommend 'Renaissance in Italy' to readers interested in exploring the rich tapestry of the Italian Renaissance. Symonds's work offers a captivating journey through a pivotal moment in history, providing valuable insights into the cultural and intellectual developments that continue to influence society today.