
The Romanesque Architecture of the Order of Cluny
Joan Evans(Author)
Cambridge University Press
1st Edition
Published on 30. June 2011
Book
Paperback/Softback
438 pages
978-1-107-60138-3 (ISBN)
Description
Originally published in 1938, this volume provides a detailed study of the Romanesque style as exemplified by the architecture of the Cluniac Monastic Order. The key features of Cluniac architectural style are discussed in detail and observations are supported with a broad variety of illustrative examples. Other features include comprehensive lists of Cluniac Houses and affiliated Parish Churches, a key to Marrier's Catalogus, and a generous bibliography. This is a well-presented and highly informative book that will be of value to anyone with an interest in Christian monastic architecture.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Cambridge
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
Worked examples or Exercises
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 189 mm
Thickness: 24 mm
Weight
842 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-107-60138-3 (9781107601383)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
Preface; List of illustrations; Bibliography; Introduction; The Houses of the Cluniac Order; Part I. Abbey and Priory Churches: 1. Ground plan; 2. Interiors; 3. Exteriors; Part II. Monastic Buildings: 4. Cloisters; 5. Chapter houses; 6. Rectories; 7. Infirmaries and infirmary chapels; 8. Dorters; 9. Other conventual buildings; 10. Gateways; 11. Lanternes des Morts; Conclusion; Appendices; Plates; Index.