On Architecture

Discover the timeless wisdom of Roman architecture with the exquisite B-format paperback edition of 'De Architectura' by Vitruvius. Written around 40 BC, this classic architectural treatise covers ten detailed chapters packed with comprehensive insights into Roman engineering, city planning, and the essential human proportions that underpin all successful architectural projects. As the only surviving ancient architecture text, it has become a cornerstone for scholars, architects, and students alike. This edition, published in 2009 by Penguin UK, features 440 pages of rich content that has influenced architectural thought through history, especially during the Renaissance. Immerse yourself in the foundational principles of architecture that continue to inspire modern design today. The rediscovery of Vitruvius’s work prompted a resurgence in classicism, marking him as a pivotal figure in architectural history. Enhance your library with this invaluable resource that embodies the essence of ancient Roman thought and aesthetics. Get yours today and enjoy FREE shipping with a delivery timeframe of up to 10 days. Note: Combined shipping for multiple items is not available with this product, making it a unique acquisition for architecture enthusiasts.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141441689
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2009
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 440


Description:
In De architectura (c.40 BC), Vitruvius discusses in ten encyclopedic chapters aspects of Roman architecture, engineering and city planning. Vitruvius also included a section on human proportions. Because it is the only antique treatise on architecture to have survived, De architectura has been an invaluable source of information for scholars. The rediscovery of Vitruvius during the Renaissance greatly fuelled the revival of classicism during that and subsequent periods. Numerous architectural treatises were based in part or inspired by Vitruvius, beginning with Leon Battista Alberti's De re aedificatoria (1485).

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