A Historical Inquiry Into The True Principles Of Beauty In Art, Part 1: More Especially With Reference To Architecture (1849)

By James Fergusson

""A Historical Inquiry Into The True Principles Of Beauty In Art, Part 1: More Especially With Reference To Architecture"" is a book written by James Fergusson in 1849. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the principles of beauty in art, with a particular focus on architecture. Fergusson delves into the history of architecture, examining the styles and techniques of different eras and cultures. He also discusses the role of beauty in art, and how it has been perceived and valued throughout history. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of beauty in art and architecture. It is a comprehensive and informative guide for anyone interested in the principles of beauty in art and the history of architecture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436773512
• ISBN13: 9781436773515
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 572 Pages
• Weight: 2.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"