Brunelleschi: Studies of His Technology and Inventions (Dover Architecture)
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| Rating | : | 4.30 (770 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0486434648 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 176 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-04-29 |
| Language | : | English |
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Midwest Book Review said A seminal 1970 study of an early pioneer of the Italian Renaissance. Gustina Scaglia's Brunelleschi: Studies Of His Technology And Inventions republishes a seminal 1970 study of an early pioneer of the Italian Renaissance whose architectural ideas changed Europe. His achievements are detailed in a title which surveys not just the art of his works, but the scientific and technological ideas behind them.. Five Stars mela richards This was a gift the person that received it loved it!. Five Stars Very informative book. Thanks.
A pioneer of Italian Renaissance architecture, Filippo Brunelleschi (1377 – 1446) is most famous for his daring and original ideas, among them the magnificent dome of Florence's famed cathedral — Santa Maria del Fiore. The construction took place during much of his lifetime and formed the basis of Italian architecture of the period.Complemented by 28 photographs and 18 line illustrations, this comprehensive narrative describes Brunelleschi's many remarkable achievements, among them masonry techniques for building the cupola; construction concepts, including the use of stone and wood chains; machines he devised and built (a reversible hoist and elevated cranes); and other inventions.Of value to students of architecture and engineering, this volume will appeal to anyone with an interest in Renaissance studies.. For th