L'Architecture Gothique by Édouard Corroyer
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Corroyer, Édouard, 1837?-1904
French
"L'Architecture Gothique" by Édouard Corroyer is a scholarly treatise on Gothic architecture written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the development and characteristics of Gothic architecture, particularly focusing on its origins, key architectural elements, and historical significance across different types of structures, such as re...
analysis and historical context. The beginning of "L'Architecture Gothique" introduces readers to the notion of Gothic architecture, discussing the term's origins and the architectural advancements it represents from the 12th to the 15th centuries. Corroyer highlights that the term "Gothic" is a misnomer historically associated with barbarism, and he argues for its rightful place as a representation of a sophisticated architectural period that emerged distinctly from French regions. He elaborates on the significance of specific architectural elements such as the ogive (arched support) and the buttress, explaining their contributions to structural integrity and aesthetics in the monumental churches and cathedrals of the time, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of various architectural styles and techniques that followed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Nancy Campbell
3 months agoI was pleasantly surprised because it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. Worth every second of your time.
Christopher Hill
2 weeks agoIt took me a while to start, but the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. I will be reading more from this author.
Jackson Lopez
1 week agoCompared to other books on this topic, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
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Liam Wright
3 months agoAt first glance, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. Worth every second of your time.