Author: John RuskinPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 644
Book Description
The Works of John Ruskin: The stones of Venice, v. 1-3
Author: John RuskinThe Nature of Gothic
Author: John RuskinPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Architecture, Gothic
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
The Stones of Venice
Author: John RuskinPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 472
Book Description
The Stones of Venice; Volume 2
Author: John RuskinPublisher: Legare Street Press
ISBN: 9781021605641
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A masterpiece of architectural criticism, this groundbreaking work by renowned art critic and social thinker John Ruskin explores the history and aesthetics of the monuments, sculpture, and architecture of Venice. Thought-provoking and illuminating, this book is a must-read for those interested in the history of art and architecture. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Works of John Ruskin: The stones of Venice, the sea-stories
Author: John RuskinPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art critics
Languages : en
Pages : 682
Book Description
Volume 1-35, works. Volume 36-37, letters. Volume 38 provides an extensive bibliography of Ruskin's writings and a catalogue of his drawings, with corrections to earlier volumes in George Allen's Library Edition of the Works of John Ruskin. Volume 39, general index.
The Stones of Venice (Vol. 1-3)
Author: John RuskinPublisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 791
Book Description
John Ruskin's 'The Stones of Venice' is a seminal work that delves into the intricacies of Venetian architecture and the city's rich history. Divided into three volumes, Ruskin meticulously examines the architectural styles, construction techniques, and symbolic meanings behind the buildings of Venice. His writing style is both descriptive and analytical, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the significance of each structure. Set against the backdrop of the 19th century, Ruskin's work reflects the Romantic fascination with the past and the urge to preserve cultural heritage. This book not only serves as a guide to Venetian architecture but also offers profound insights into the relationship between art, history, and society. John Ruskin, a renowned art critic and social thinker, was inspired to write 'The Stones of Venice' after visiting the city in the mid-19th century. His passion for architecture and dedication to the preservation of cultural heritage shines through in this comprehensive study. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in art history, architecture, or the cultural significance of Venice.
The Works of John Ruskin: The stones of Venice, the foundations
Author: John RuskinPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art critics
Languages : en
Pages : 480
Book Description
Volume 1-35, works. Volume 36-37, letters. Volume 38 provides an extensive bibliography of Ruskin's writings and a catalogue of his drawings, with corrections to earlier volumes in George Allen's Library Edition of the Works of John Ruskin. Volume 39, general index.
The Seven Lamps of Architecture
Author: John RuskinPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 526
Book Description
On Art and Life
Author: John RuskinPublisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101651148
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
Includes two of John Ruskin's famous essays: "The Nature of the Gothic" and "The Work of Iron" from his book The Stones of Venice. Ruskin's insights into the need for individual artistic freedom, and his disdain for the mass-production art of the Victorian era, radically altered society's perception of creative design and remain powerfully relevant to our ideas of beauty today.
The Elements of Drawing
Author: John RuskinPublisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1329176650
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
I believe that (irrespective of differences in individual temper and character) the excellence of an artist, as such, depends wholly on refinement of perception, and that it is this, mainly, which a master or a school can teach; so that while powers of invention distinguish man from man, powers of perception distinguish school from school. All great schools enforce delicacy of drawing and subtlety of sight: and the only rule which I have, as yet, found to be without exception respecting art, is that all great art is delicate. I am nearly convinced, that when once we see keenly enough, there is very little difficulty in drawing what we see; but, even supposing that this difficulty be still great, I believe that the sight is a more important thing than the drawing; and I would rather teach drawing that my pupils may learn to love Nature, than teach the looking at Nature that they may learn to draw...