The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 06, June 1895 Renaissance Panels from Perugia By: Various
The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 06, June 1895 presents a stunning collection of Renaissance panels from Perugia. The detailed illustrations provide a glimpse into the intricate beauty of these historical architectural elements, offering readers a visually captivating experience. The selected panels showcase the rich artistic tradition of Perugia, highlighting the craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into creating these pieces. Each illustration is accompanied by insightful commentary that offers valuable context and background information, enhancing the reader's understanding and appreciation of these architectural treasures. Overall, this volume of The Brochure Series is a must-have for anyone with an interest in Renaissance art and architecture. The stunning illustrations and informative commentary make it a valuable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts alike. First Page: THE BROCHURE SERIES OF ARCHITECTURAL ILLUSTRATION. VOL. I. JUNE, 1895. No. 6. RENAISSANCE PANELS FROM PERUGIA. The carved walnut panels from the choir stalls of the Church of San Pietro de' Casinense in Perugia, designed by Stefano da Bergamo in 1535, which are given as illustrations in this number, are excellent examples of the ornament of the later period of the Italian Renaissance. This form of ornament was first used in flat painted panels upon pilasters, such as the well known work of Raphael in the Loggia of the Vatican, suggested by the Roman work discovered in his time upon the Palatine. It was afterwards applied to all sorts of objects where rectangular spaces were to be decorated. Its characteristics can hardly be better described than in the following extract from Mr. C. Howard Walker's articles upon the Study of Decoration in The Technology Architectural Review : "The motives on the pilasters were of two kinds: the continuous scroll, starting from a strong base leaf and rising in equal volutes, with alternating direction to right and to left, and filling the panel. This motive needed always to be balanced by its opposite, and was consequently seldom used. It had its prototype in the magnificent scroll from the Forum of Trajan. The other motive was that usually used, and capable of infinite variety, that of a central axis, the ornament diverging from it symmetrically on either side... Continue reading book >>

The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 06, June 1895 Renaissance Panels from Perugia By: Various

The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 06, June 1895 presents a stunning collection of Renaissance panels from Perugia. The detailed illustrations provide a glimpse into the intricate beauty of these historical architectural elements, offering readers a visually captivating experience.

The selected panels showcase the rich artistic tradition of Perugia, highlighting the craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into creating these pieces. Each illustration is accompanied by insightful commentary that offers valuable context and background information, enhancing the reader's understanding and appreciation of these architectural treasures.

Overall, this volume of The Brochure Series is a must-have for anyone with an interest in Renaissance art and architecture. The stunning illustrations and informative commentary make it a valuable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts alike.

First Page:

THE BROCHURE SERIES

OF ARCHITECTURAL ILLUSTRATION.

VOL. I. JUNE, 1895. No. 6.

RENAISSANCE PANELS FROM PERUGIA.

The carved walnut panels from the choir stalls of the Church of San Pietro de' Casinense in Perugia, designed by Stefano da Bergamo in 1535, which are given as illustrations in this number, are excellent examples of the ornament of the later period of the Italian Renaissance. This form of ornament was first used in flat painted panels upon pilasters, such as the well known work of Raphael in the Loggia of the Vatican, suggested by the Roman work discovered in his time upon the Palatine. It was afterwards applied to all sorts of objects where rectangular spaces were to be decorated. Its characteristics can hardly be better described than in the following extract from Mr. C. Howard Walker's articles upon the Study of Decoration in The Technology Architectural Review :

"The motives on the pilasters were of two kinds: the continuous scroll, starting from a strong base leaf and rising in equal volutes, with alternating direction to right and to left, and filling the panel. This motive needed always to be balanced by its opposite, and was consequently seldom used. It had its prototype in the magnificent scroll from the Forum of Trajan. The other motive was that usually used, and capable of infinite variety, that of a central axis, the ornament diverging from it symmetrically on either side... Continue reading book >>

Book sections
The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 01, January 1895 The Gothic Palaces of Venice	The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 10, October 1895. French Farmhouses.	The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 11, November, 1895 The Country Houses of Normandy
The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 02, February 1895. Byzantine-Romanesque Doorways in Southern Italy	The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 07, July, 1895 Italian Wrought Iron	The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 03, March 1895 The Cloister at Monreale, Near Palermo, Sicily
The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 04, April 1895 Byzantine-Romanesque Windows in Southern Italy	The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 05, May 1895 Two Florentine Pavements	The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 06, June 1895 Renaissance Panels from Perugia
The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 08, August 1895 Fragments of Greek Detail	The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Vol. 01, No. 12, December 1895 English Country Houses	The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration Vol 1, No. 9 1895

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