The Baroque excesses of the early eighteenth century inspired a rebellion among a consortium of British architects and their patrons. Taking their cue from the Renaissance works of Andrea Palladio; these Neo-Palladians returned the direction of British architecture toward classical principles. The Vitruvius Britannicus (British Vitruvius) reflects their vision; offering magnificent copperplate engravings of great English country houses and public buildings. The sequel to Dover’s first edition of Vitruvius Britannicus; this volume comprises three folios; originally published between 1739 and 1771. More than one hundred plates depict facades; ground plans; exterior elevations; and perspective views of grand buildings; including royal palaces at Richmond; Kensington; and Hampton Court as well as country homes and gardens throughout England and Scotland. The Neo-Palladian works featured in this volume and its predecessor continue to influence architects and designers. Handsome and modestly priced; this new edition of an architectural classic is an essential complement to any design library.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy T GundersonSome nice pieces late intermediate to early advanced0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Beautiful arrangements! One of my favorite go to books ...By CustomerBeautiful arrangements! One of my favorite go to books now!0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. One StarBy mantzfamilyI normally love Dan Coates; but I hated the arrangements in this book.Sent it back. ☹ï¸
