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The Classical Language of Architecture by John N. Summerson, Alan Powers · Booklabria

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The Classical Language of Architecture

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First published: 1707
Editions: 27 in 5 languages
Series: World of Art

Synopsis

Sir John Summerson's short (roughly 80 page) classic is an informal yet trenchant explanation of the classical grammar that has shaped Western architecture from antiquity through the current age. Various architectural elements and styles are explained in a delightful prose that engages and informs.

Subjects: History
Architecture
Kunst
Terminology
Architecture, history
Bouwkunst
Characters: Michaelangelo

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27 in 5 languages

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English19 Spanish2 Chinese1 French1 All 5 languages

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