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Modernism and Landscape Architecture, 18901940 (Studies in the History of Art Series)
O`malley, Therese, Wolschke-Bulmah, Joachim
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Hardcover. Editor(s): O'Malley, Therese; Wolschke-Bulmahn, Joachim. Series: Studies in the History of Art Series. Num Pages: 336 pages, 75 color + 173 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 3JJ; AMV; AMX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 289 x 34. Weight in Grams: 2058.
In the period from 1890 to 1940, landscape architects organized as a profession distinct from art and architecture, bringing to the fore a variety of theories and aspirations—to influence urban growth, reinforce national identity, and shape land conservation and land-use planning, among other goals—in response to challenges posed by rapid change. The twelve essays included in this exceptional volume grapple with the definition and significance of modernism in landscape design during this transformative era.
An international roster of leading landscape historians discuss established and less recognized designers, such as Maria Teresa Parpagliolo, who sought to define the ... Read more
In the period from 1890 to 1940, landscape architects organized as a profession distinct from art and architecture, bringing to the fore a variety of theories and aspirations—to influence urban growth, reinforce national identity, and shape land conservation and land-use planning, among other goals—in response to challenges posed by rapid change. The twelve essays included in this exceptional volume grapple with the definition and significance of modernism in landscape design during this transformative era.
An international roster of leading landscape historians discuss established and less recognized designers, such as Maria Teresa Parpagliolo, who sought to define the ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
NGW-Stud Hist Art
Condition
New
Series
Studies in the History of Art Series
Number of Pages
336
Place of Publication
, United States
ISBN
9780300196399
SKU
V9780300196399
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About O`malley, Therese, Wolschke-Bulmah, Joachim
Therese O’Malley is associate dean of the Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Joachim Wolschke-Bulmahn is professor of architecture and landscape at Leibniz Universität Hannover, Germany.
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