An Apology for the Colouring of the Greek Court in the Crystal Palace by Owen Jones
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"An Apology for the Colouring of the Greek Court in the Crystal Palace" by Owen Jones is an artistic exploration published in the mid-19th century, specifically during the Victorian era. The book presents a detailed argument for the polychromy of Greek architecture, asserting that ancient Greek monuments were originally bright and colorful rather than the stark white they appear today. Owen Jones embarks on an investigation into the historical and artistic significance
of color in ancient Greek structures, aiming to dismantle prevailing prejudices about the aesthetic principles of classical art. The content delves deeply into the evidence supporting the idea that Greek architecture, specifically within the context of the Crystal Palace, should be understood as a complex of colors and designs. Jones discusses the findings of several authorities in the field, including G. H. Lewes, and compiles arguments from various historical texts, proposing that the ancient Greeks employed a rich palette in their artistic expressions. The book emphasizes the need to recognize that color played an essential role in the original perception and functionality of sculptures, stressing that much of their beauty relied on painted details that have been lost over time. It ultimately advocates for a reinterpretation of Greek monuments as vibrant and fluid, challenging readers to reconsider their assumptions about classical art and its legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Jones, Owen, 1809-1874 |
|---|---|
| Title | An Apology for the Colouring of the Greek Court in the Crystal Palace |
| Credits |
Produced by Richard Tonsing, deaurider, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NA: Fine Arts: Architecture |
| Subject | Crystal Palace (Sydenham, London, England) |
| Subject | Architecture, Greek |
| Subject | Decoration and ornament -- Greece |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63257 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-63257-5 |
| Release Date | Sep 21, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 485 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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