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Renaissance Architecture (Oxford History of Art) F First Edition

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The Renaissance was a diverse phenomenon, marked by innovation and economic expansion, the rise of powerful rulers, religious reforms, and social change. Encompassing the entire continent, Renaissance Architecture examines the rich variety of buildings that emerged during these seminal centuries of European history.

Although marked by the rise of powerful individuals, both patrons and architects, the Renaissance was equally a time of growing group identities and communities -- and architecture provided the public face to these new identities. Religious reforms in northern Europe, spurred on by Martin Luther, rejected traditional church function and decoration, and proposed new models. Political ambitions required new buildings to satisfy court rituals. Territory, nature, and art intersected to shape new landscapes and building types. Classicism came to be the international language of an educated architect and an ambitious patron, drawing on the legacy of ancient Rome. Yet the richness of the medieval tradition continued to be used throughout Europe, often alongside classical buildings.

Examining each of these areas by turn, this book offers a broad cultural history of the period as well as a completely new approach to the history of Renaissance architecture. The work of well-known architects such as Michelangelo and Andrea Palladio is examined alongside lesser known though no less innovative designers such as Juan Guas in Portugal and Benedikt Ried in Prague and Eastern Europe. Drawing on the latest research, it also covers more recent areas of interest such as the story of women as patrons and the emotional effect of Renaissance buildings, as well as the impact of architectural publications and travel on the emerging new architectural culture across Europe. As such, it provides a compelling introduction to the subject for all those interested in the history of architecture, society, and culture in the Renaissance, and European culture in general.
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    0192842277
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    978-0192842275
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    F First Edition
  4. Publisher
    Oxford University Press
  5. Publication date
    March 14, 2013
  6. Part of series
    Oxford History of Art
  7. Language
    English
  8. Dimensions
    9.43 x 0.66 x 6.63 inches
  9. Print length
    272 pages
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"Presents a refreshingly lively and thoughtful approach to Renaissance architecture. It is stimulating and original throughout."--Professor Deborah Howard, University of Cambridge

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A completely new approach to the history of Renaissance architecture

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oxford University Press; F First Edition (March 14, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0192842277
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0192842275
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.46 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.43 x 0.66 x 6.63 inches
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Matthew Yasuoka
5.0 out of 5 stars Brings Architecture to Life
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2015
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If you want to impress your friends while traveling in Venice and Florence, this book will give you a wealth of information and bring buildings to life. The historical, political, and biographical mix into a richly detailed survey of architecture. The book does a great job of linking specific architectural styles to political movements and moments in history. In particular, the discussion of Venetian architecture, the connection between the Hagia Sophia and Brunelleschi, and where the columns in renaissance buildings comes from are memorable. The writing style is engaging and the prose flows well. The illustrations are good and while the black and white of the Kindle (even on smartphone and iPad apps) isn't ideal, the sharpness of the Paperwhite display makes the most important details clear and crisp, so while you will miss color, it isn't a deal breaker.
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David Arbogast
5.0 out of 5 stars Among the best books about Renaissance architecture
Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2016
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There are multiple books on the market about Renaissance architecture. This, in my opinion, is among the best. The topic is covered thoroughly and in a chronolical manner, taking into account geographic particularities. An excellent balance is struck between avoiding too general an overview of the topic and a focus on any one particular aspect, such as the Renaissance in Italy. The text is quite sound and is supplement with excellent illustrations. I highly recommend it.,
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paul marshall
3.0 out of 5 stars Conventional despite claims otherwise.
Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2016
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Pretty standard overview of the period. Not as much coverage of non-elite architecture indicated in the introduction.

In order to cover the works beyond the standard canon would require a book twice as long.
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T Sudhakar
4.0 out of 5 stars why is this mandatory?
Reviewed in India on August 25, 2020
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Interesting reading
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Grampa
5.0 out of 5 stars Good for OU History of Art courses
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 22, 2013
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This was bought as a birthday present for my daughter to help with her Open University course. She seems to think that it fits the bill
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Sticky Mud
5.0 out of 5 stars Great arches & towers
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 28, 2016
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unread but comprehensive & fantastic reference book
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