Summary

"Examines the nexus of learned culture and architecture in the 1730s to 1750s, including major building projects in Rome undertaken by the popes"--Provided by publisher.

Notes

Series title and number from book jacket. Includes bibliographical references (p. 275-286) and index.

Classification

• LCC: NA2543
• Dewey Decimal: 720.945/63209033

Book Details

• Language: eng
• Physical Description: xxiv, 295 p. : ill. (some col.), maps ; 26 cm.
• Edition Info: (cloth : alk. paper)

Subjects

• Architecture and society -- Italy -- Rome -- History -- 18th century
• Popes -- Art patronage -- History -- 18th century
• Architects and patrons -- Italy -- Rome -- History -- 18th century
• Rome (Italy) -- Buildings, structures, etc

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