Anthony Geraghty
The Sheldonian Theatre
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300195040
- author:
- Anthony Geraghty
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 172
- Dimensions:
- 26.42 x 20.07 x 1.78 centimetres
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Architecture & Design, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Sheldonian Theatre: A Novel Approach to Architecture and Learning in Seventeenth-century Oxford By Anthony Geraghty Yale University Press, 2013 This meticulously researched book explores the historical influences that shaped the development of the Sheldonian Theatre, including the Restoration of the English monarchy and the university's commitment to episcopal religion. The author reveals how Sir Christopher Wren's design was groundbreaking in its day, particularly due to its use of classical style in a university context. The book also examines the shift in guiding motivation behind architecture at Oxford, from medieval forms to classical architecture in relation to late Renaissance learning. Newly commissioned photographs showcase the theater's recently restored interior, offering a unique glimpse into this iconic building. A valuable resource for anyone interested in architecture and history, this book provides a fresh perspective on the Sheldonian Theatre and its significance in seventeenth-century Oxford.
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