Italian Architecture: Being A Brief Account Of Its Principles And Progress (1905)

Italian Architecture: Being A Brief Account Of Its Principles And Progress is a book written by James Wood Brown in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and progress of Italian architecture from ancient times to the early 20th century. It covers various styles and periods of Italian architecture, including Etruscan, Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical. The book also discusses the influence of Italian architecture on other countries, particularly France and England. It provides detailed descriptions and analysis of notable Italian buildings and structures, such as the Colosseum, the Cathedral of Florence, and the Pantheon. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of Italian 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.