Pevsner's architectural glossary
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Author
Contributions
- Sambrook, John - Contributor
Publication
2010 - Yale University Press, New Haven [Conn.], Connecticut
Language
English
Word Count
36,000 words, Guess
Page Count
144 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL24524645M
- ISBN-139780300167214
- OCLC Control Number642214251
- Library of Congress Control Number2010033313
Classifications
- DDC720.3
- LCCNA961 .P49 2010
Alternate Titles
- Architectural glossary
Description
Pevsner's famous designations E.E. and Perp. are among the terms clearly explained in this informative glossary drawn from the vocabulary of the "Buildings of England, Scotland, Wales" and "Ireland" volumes. And anyone who has wondered how a headstop relates to a hoodmould or what a squinch looks like will find their understanding and enjoyment of architecture enhanced by knowledge of its components, styles, and ornament. To name is to know and beginners will soon find that familiarity with the names quickly helps them understand the similarities and differences between the buildings and styles they see. At the same time, the breadth of the fields covered will be useful even to experts.
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