The Picturesque : Architecture, Disgust and Other Irregularities

Taylor & Francis Ltd

Explore the eighteenth-century concept of the picturesque and its impact on modern culture in "The Picturesque: Architecture, Disgust and Other Irregularities." This authoritative account by John Macarthur delves into how the picturesque, once a term for a refined taste for everyday scenes like laborers' hovels, has shaped our perception of images, aesthetics, and architectural planning. Discover how visual values such as 'irregularity' influenced modern architectural design and how the appropriation of a view transitioned from landscape to urban planning. Macarthur's engaging essays, drawing on examples from architecture, art, and broader culture, are essential reading for students and enthusiasts of architecture, art history, cultural history, and visual studies. Key features: - Analyzes the concept of the picturesque and its modern relevance. - Explores the relationship between images and modern theories. - Examines the evolution of visual values in design and planning. Product Summary: Taylor & Francis Ltd, The Picturesque: Architecture, Disgust and Other Irregularities, Educational Paperback, 312 pages, English, Published 2007, ISBN 9781844720118.