The architecture of Europe. Vol. 3, Classical architecture 1420-1800

One of four-volumes, this book surveys the architecture of Europe from 650 to 1550. The text aims to provide a source of reference on the general evolution of architectural style by combining information on technological developments, aesthetic debates and individual architects and buildings. The author narrates, chronologically, the architectural developments of classical architecture from 1420 to 1800. The book follows the developments of the Renaissance and Mannerism from 1420 to 1650, while the second section of the book looks at classicism from 1580 to 1800. v. 1. The ancient classical and Byzantine world, 3000 B.C.-A.D. 1453 v. 2. The Middle Ages, 650-1550 v. 3. Classical architecture, 1420-1800.