Proportion: In Art & Architecture

by Schneider, Michael
ISBN: 9781952178344
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Overview

What is the difference between ratio and proportion? Do pentagons, hexagons and heptagons really each have their own characters? What is the most beautiful rectangle? Is there a secret to great art? In this beautiful little book, art educator Michael Schneider presents a groundbreaking synthesis of proportion in the ancient world. From temples to dinner plates, paintings to pots, archways to jewellery, discover the eternally useful tools and techniques of the masters.

WOODEN BOOKS US EDITIONS. Small books, BIG ideas. Tiny but packed with information. "Stunning NEW YORK TIMES. Fascinating FINANCIAL TIMES. Beautiful LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. Rich and Artful THE LANCET. Genuinely mind-expanding FORTEAN TIMES. Excellent NEW SCIENTIST.
  • Format: TradePaperback
  • Author: Schneider, Michael
  • ISBN: 9781952178344
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 6.75 x 0.33
  • Number Of Pages: 64
  • Publication Year: 2023
Language: English