Some old masters of Greek architecture by Harry Douglas
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"Some Old Masters of Greek Architecture" by Harry Douglas is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work aims to shed light on the often-overlooked architects of ancient Greece, exploring their contributions and the lasting impact of their designs on the field of architecture. Douglas seeks to revive the names and stories of these geniuses who shaped the architectural standards that continue to be admired and emulated in modern
times. The opening of this work introduces the author’s motivation to delve into the obscured history of Greek architects, highlighting a significant gap in the general awareness of their identities and achievements. Douglas emphasizes the importance of architecture as an art form that intertwines functionality and aesthetics. He critiques the tendency of historians to forget or overlook the names of architects in favor of artists from other domains, such as painting and sculpture. By mentioning specific examples and historical references, he sets the stage for a deeper exploration of notable Greek architects, including a list of eighty-two figures he aims to discuss throughout the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Douglas, Harry, 1857-1938 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Farrand, Charles D., 1865-1951 |
| LoC No. | 00001424 |
| Title | Some old masters of Greek architecture |
| Original Publication | Great Barrington: Quarter-Oak, 1899. |
| Credits | Bob Taylor, deaurider and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 44.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NA: Fine Arts: Architecture |
| Subject | Architecture, Greek |
| Subject | Architecture -- Greece |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 75561 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-75561-8 |
| Release Date | Mar 8, 2025 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 501 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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