Famous Western Architecture, Ancient-19th Century

Author: Chen Zhihua
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Publish Date: 2000-06-01
Features: This book introduces 135 famous architectural works from ancient times to the end of the 19th century in 13 Western countries, including Greece, Italy, France, Spain, Germany, Britain, Russia, Portugal, Norway, Finland, and the United States. Each country is preceded by an overview, followed by a brief description and commentary on the designers, construction periods, and architectural styles of the selected buildings. In addition to facade photographs and images, most architectural works are accompanied by floor plans. The preface, written by the book's editor, summarizes the development of Western architecture from ancient times to the end of the 19th century, serving as the general outline of the entire book. This book can serve as a reference for architecture students and faculty at universities to study and research the history of ancient foreign architecture. For architects and readers interested in architectural art, it is also a valuable resource that offers "something beneficial to gain" and enhances cultural literacy.