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Een paviljoen in Arcadië : geschiedenis van de follie
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ISBN: 9072469135 9789072469137 Year: 1989 Publisher: Rotterdam Nederlands Architectuurinstituut


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The Story of Follies : Architectures of Eccentricity
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ISBN: 9781789146356 1789146356 1789146364 Year: 2022 Publisher: London, England : Reaktion Books, Limited,

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A beautifully illustrated history of these quirky ornamental buildings in gardens across the globe.Are they frivolous or practical? Follies are buildings constructed primarily for decoration, but they suggest another purpose through their appearance. In this visually stunning book, Celia Fisher describes follies in their historical and architectural context, looks at their social and political significance, and highlights their relevance today. She explores follies built in protest, follies in Oriental and Gothic styles, animal-related follies, waterside follies and grottoes, and, finally, follies in glass and steel. Featuring many fine illustrations, from historical paintings to contemporary photographs and prints, and taking in follies from Great Britain to Ireland, throughout Europe, and beyond, The Story of Follies is an amusing and informative guide to fanciful, charming buildings.

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