Andrea Palladio: His Life And Works (1902)

By Banister Fletcher and Banister Flight Fletcher

Book Overview

Andrea Palladio: His Life and Works is a comprehensive biography of the famous Italian architect Andrea Palladio, written by Banister F. Fletcher and first published in 1902. Palladio is widely regarded as one of the most influential architects of all time, and his work has had a lasting impact on the field of architecture. The book covers Palladio's life, from his early years as a stonemason's apprentice to his rise to prominence as a master architect in the Venetian Republic. It also delves into the cultural and political context of Palladio's time, exploring the artistic and architectural trends that influenced his work. The book features detailed descriptions and analysis of many of Palladio's most famous buildings, including the Villa Rotonda, the Teatro Olimpico, and the Basilica Palladiana. It also includes numerous illustrations, including photographs and drawings, that help to bring Palladio's work to life. Overall, Andrea Palladio: His Life and Works is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of architecture, and a fascinating exploration of the life and legacy of one of the field's most important figures.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: 1436777542
• ISBN13: 9781436777544
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.3" x 11.0"