Greek and Gothic: Progress and Decay in the Three Arts of Architecture, Sculpture, and Painting (1881)

Greek And Gothic: Progress And Decay In The Three Arts Of Architecture, Sculpture, And Painting is a book written by Richard St. John Tyrwhitt and published in 1881. The book explores the evolution of three major art forms - architecture, sculpture, and painting - from their origins in ancient Greece to the Gothic period in Europe. Tyrwhitt examines the differences between the classical Greek style and the Gothic style, noting the ways in which each style reflects the cultural and social values of its time. He argues that while the Greek style represented a focus on harmony, balance, and order, the Gothic style was characterized by a sense of mystery, awe, and grandeur. The book also explores the ways in which these art forms evolved over time, with the Greek style giving way to the Roman style and eventually to the Gothic style. Tyrwhitt discusses the various influences that shaped each style, including religion, politics, and social movements. Overall, Greek And Gothic: Progress And Decay In The Three Arts Of Architecture, Sculpture, And Painting is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of three major art forms and their evolution over time. It provides readers with a deeper understanding of the cultural and historical contexts that shaped these art forms and the ways in which they continue to influence contemporary art and architecture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.