Antoine Picon

Ornament

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ISBN 13:: 9781119965954
author:: Antoine Picon
format:: Paperback
publisher:: John Wiley & Sons
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2013
Pages:: 168
Dimensions:: 21.7 x 16.6 x 1 centimetres (0.4
Genre:: Arts & Photography, Architecture & Design, General,
Condition:: New
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Ornament: The Politics of Architecture and Subjectivity by Antoine Picon explores the resurgence of ornament in contemporary architecture. This trend is closely tied to advancements in computer technology, which has enabled architects to experiment with new textures, colours, patterns, and topologies. Picon argues that some key characteristics of ornament persist from earlier Western architectural traditions, including its subjective nature - the human interaction required in both production and reception - and its political significance. Traditional ornament was not solely for aesthetic purposes but conveyed vital information about a building's designation, owner rank, and social values. By examining previous traditions in ornament, Picon invites readers to consider the broader cultural implications of today's ornamental revival.

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