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Inigo Jones, a pivotal figure in English architecture, served as the court designer for Stuart kings James I and Charles I. His groundbreaking work introduced classical architectural styles to England, heavily influenced by his studies of Italian masters, especially Andrea Palladio. Jones's travels to Italy enriched his designs, marking a significant shift in the architectural landscape of the country. His legacy is defined by the fusion of classical elegance and innovative design, establishing him as a foundational figure in the evolution of English architecture.
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Inigo Jones: The Architect of Kings, Vaughan Hart
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- Released
- 2011
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- Title
- Inigo Jones: The Architect of Kings
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Vaughan Hart
- Publisher
- Yale University Press
- Released
- 2011
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN13
- 9780300141498
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- Inigo Jones, a pivotal figure in English architecture, served as the court designer for Stuart kings James I and Charles I. His groundbreaking work introduced classical architectural styles to England, heavily influenced by his studies of Italian masters, especially Andrea Palladio. Jones's travels to Italy enriched his designs, marking a significant shift in the architectural landscape of the country. His legacy is defined by the fusion of classical elegance and innovative design, establishing him as a foundational figure in the evolution of English architecture.