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The collaboration between artists and scientists in the creation of the Oxford University Museum of Natural History is a focal point of this book. It highlights the influence of John Ruskin on architect Benjamin Woodward and Pre-Raphaelite artists, who infused the building with intricate designs and sculptures reflecting meticulous observations of nature. The narrative explores the museum's history, architectural details, and its exceptional collection of Pre-Raphaelite art, showcasing a unique blend of natural history, modern science, and artistic expression through lavish illustrations.
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Temple of Science, John Holmes
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- Temple of Science
- Subtitle
- The Pre-Raphaelites and Oxford University Museum of Natural History
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John Holmes
- Publisher
- Bodleian Library
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 192
- ISBN13
- 9781851245567
- Category
- Architecture and Urbanism
- Description
- The collaboration between artists and scientists in the creation of the Oxford University Museum of Natural History is a focal point of this book. It highlights the influence of John Ruskin on architect Benjamin Woodward and Pre-Raphaelite artists, who infused the building with intricate designs and sculptures reflecting meticulous observations of nature. The narrative explores the museum's history, architectural details, and its exceptional collection of Pre-Raphaelite art, showcasing a unique blend of natural history, modern science, and artistic expression through lavish illustrations.