The Age of Grandeur: Baroque Art and Architecture

New York: Grove Press, Inc., 1960 Book. Near Fine. Hardcover. First English Edition. Large 8vo. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good -. (12) 305 pp, list of 195 b&w illustrations, list of 8 color plates, introduction, Book I: I. The Birth of the Baroque; II. Roma TRiumphans; III. Bernini and Borromini. Book II: IV. The Reception of Baroque; V. France Between the Barjoque and Classicism; VI. Bernini Visits Paris; VII. Classicism and French Baroque. Book III: VIII. England; IX. Central Europe; X. Imperial Baroque; XI. Baroque in Poland and Russia; XII. Colonial Baroque; conclusion, notes, bibliography, index. Translated from the French by A. Ross Williamson: First English Edition, 1960. "This is an important study of how the style called Baroque was born, how it developed from the classical architecture of the Renaissance and flowered in Italy, under the genius of Bernini and Borromini. He then traces its diffusion throughout Europe, laying stress on such significant events as Bernini's visit to Paris in 1665. On the sociology of the Baroque the author offers a vivid picture of the life and civilisation of Europe at a time when the concept of grandeur had its mot magnificent expression." from the jacket flap. Not Price Clipped. 2"x2 1/2"x3" and 2 1/4"x2"x1" chips to bottom edge rear panel dj with smaller chips to top edge near spine and rear panel. Lightly faded spots near top edge spine of board, else, Pristine, no wear. Clean, tight and strong binding with no underlining, highlighting or marginalia. Brown paper-covered boards with gilt lettering to spine..