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Title: The Seven Lamps of Architecture
Note: Reading ease score: 50.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Seven Lamps of Architecture" by John Ruskin is an architectural manifesto written in the mid-19th century. The work is structured as a series of essays that discuss fundamental principles guiding architecture, particularly through the metaphor of "lamps" symbolizing different values. Ruskin's goal is to elevate architecture beyond mere construction to an art form that embodies spiritual, moral, and aesthetic ideals. At the start of the text, Ruskin provides a preface and introduction, outlining his approach to architectural criticism. He distinguishes between building and architecture, emphasizing that the latter should convey beauty and deeper meanings rather than just fulfill practical functions. Ruskin reflects on his observations of medieval architecture, lamenting the decline in artistic values in contemporary practices. He introduces the concept of the "Lamp of Sacrifice," indicating that true architecture demands personal sacrifice and dedication to beauty and truth, fundamentally opposing the cost-cutting mindset dominant in his time. Through this engaging opening, he sets the stage for a profound exploration of architectural ethics and aesthetics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ruskin, John, 1819-1900
EBook No.: 35898
Published: Apr 18, 2011
Downloads: 957
Language: English
Subject: Architecture
LoCC: Fine Arts: Architecture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Seven Lamps of Architecture
Note: Reading ease score: 50.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Seven Lamps of Architecture" by John Ruskin is an architectural manifesto written in the mid-19th century. The work is structured as a series of essays that discuss fundamental principles guiding architecture, particularly through the metaphor of "lamps" symbolizing different values. Ruskin's goal is to elevate architecture beyond mere construction to an art form that embodies spiritual, moral, and aesthetic ideals. At the start of the text, Ruskin provides a preface and introduction, outlining his approach to architectural criticism. He distinguishes between building and architecture, emphasizing that the latter should convey beauty and deeper meanings rather than just fulfill practical functions. Ruskin reflects on his observations of medieval architecture, lamenting the decline in artistic values in contemporary practices. He introduces the concept of the "Lamp of Sacrifice," indicating that true architecture demands personal sacrifice and dedication to beauty and truth, fundamentally opposing the cost-cutting mindset dominant in his time. Through this engaging opening, he sets the stage for a profound exploration of architectural ethics and aesthetics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ruskin, John, 1819-1900
EBook No.: 35898
Published: Apr 18, 2011
Downloads: 957
Language: English
Subject: Architecture
LoCC: Fine Arts: Architecture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.