
Cathedral Architecture
Martin S. Briggs(Author)
Pitkin Publishing
Published on 30. July 2006
Book
Paperback/Softback
24 pages
978-1-84165-076-0 (ISBN)
Description
The landmark of many cities is the cathedral. Some had their beginnings as monastic buildings, have stood for nearly a thousand years, and remain essential icons, or even emblems, of a city's character.
Yet not all cathedrals look alike, and indeed these buildings were often the pioneers of new architecture as it developed over the centuries. Here, Cathedral Architecture takes the reader on a journey through time, enjoying the architectural experience of the styles of the Normans, Early English, Decorated Gothic, Perpendicular Gothic, and English Renaissance through to modern day.
A beautifully illustrated guide featuring many of Britain's best-loved cathedrals.
Yet not all cathedrals look alike, and indeed these buildings were often the pioneers of new architecture as it developed over the centuries. Here, Cathedral Architecture takes the reader on a journey through time, enjoying the architectural experience of the styles of the Normans, Early English, Decorated Gothic, Perpendicular Gothic, and English Renaissance through to modern day.
A beautifully illustrated guide featuring many of Britain's best-loved cathedrals.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Batsford
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 172 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-84165-076-0 (9781841650760)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Martin S Briggs was an architectural historian specialising in the Baroque period, and author of Pitkin titles such as Cathedral Architecture.Martin S Briggs was an architectural historian specialising in the Baroque period, and author of Pitkin titles such as Cathedral Architecture.
Content
What Is A Cathedral?, A General Plan, Norman (Circa 1066 - 1190), Early English (Circa 1190 - 1300), Decorated Gothic (Circa 1250 - 1380), Perpendicular Gothic (Circa 1350 - 1550), English Renaissance (The 17th Century), Modern (The 20th Century), Glossary