Vitruvius
On Architecture: Bks. I-X
- ISBN 13:
- 9780486206455
- author:
- Vitruvius
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Dover Publications Inc.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 331
- Dimensions:
- 14 x 1.9 x 20.3 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Architecture
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Ten Books of Architecture by Vitruvius Pollio is an influential guide to building design and construction. Written over two millennia ago, it remains a foundational text for architects and designers today. This comprehensive volume outlines the principles of symmetry, harmony, and proportion, as well as the materials, methods, and aesthetics used by ancient builders. The book's timeless concepts continue to shape the built environment, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in architecture and its history. Authored by a distinguished Harvard professor, this authoritative translation brings Vitruvius Pollio's work to life in English, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the classic principles that underpin great design.
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