European Architecture Flashcards
diverse use of historic styles in 19th century European architecture broad range of styles from the 19thcentury architects would choose from
European Architecture
The ______________ had stimulated interest in a great variety of architecture, both Western and exotic. During the 19th century architecture, the movement became increasingly comprehensive, so architects were better informed than ever about the architecture of the past.
Picturesque Movement
is a historic building located in the center of the main marketplace of a European town. It was built from medieval times into the 18th century.
cloth hall or linen hall
a new building type that spread all over Europe
railways and transport stations
a new building type that took the place of aristocratic private collections of art
Museums
What were the materials used in European architecture?
Stones and bricks
timber
structural ironwork and glass sheets
cast iron frames
reinforced concretes
1830-1850 coincides with _____ phase of British architecture
british
1850-1870 coincides with the ______
french second empire
1870-1900 coincides with the earlt period of the _________
german second reich
prevalent in the 19th century during the reign of Queen Victoria in the United Kingdom; embraced eclecticism, meaning it drew inspiration from a variety of architectural styles and time periods. Characterized by: modestly ornate, colorful brickworks, towers, turrets, steep gables, and pitched roofs
Victorian architecture
an era in Central Europe between 1815 and 1848; emphasis on home life for the growing middle class meant the blossoming of furniture design and interior decorating
Biedermeier Design
refers to the architectural practice of drawing inspiration from historical architectural styles
Historicism
She was of the first women architects in Poland
Janina Zofia Czarnecka
this classical building features a colonnade reminiscent of the eastern façade of the Louvre; Commissioned by a Polish Nobleman, Edward Raczyński, to provide educational facilities for the public
Biblioteka Raczynskich or Raczynski Library
Who designed the Raczynski Library
Janina Zofia Czarnecka
Its giant colonnade of 24 Corinthian columns is punctuated only by a slightly wider central intercolumniation; exemplifies the kind of Rational Classicism which was promoted at the Ecole des Beaux-Artes in Paris
Palais de Justice
Who was the designer of Palais de Justice
Louis Pierre Baltard
Built to house the works of the Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen; Greek Revival in spirit and to some extent Egyptian Architecture, especially in the internal courtyards
Thorvaldens Museum
He was a key figure in a shift in Danish Architecture from late classicism to historicism
Michael Gottlieb Birckner Bindesboll
The external walls in the Thorvaldsens Museum was by _________, depict the transportation of the content of the museum from Rome
Joorgen Sonne
one of the most magnificent Neo-Classical monuments in Britain; used as both a law court and civic hall; a forum for noteworthy Victorians to hold readings, lectures, and performances
St. George’s hall
Who was the designer of St George’s Hall?
Harvey Lonslade Elmes
after Elme’s death, ___________ was responsible for the sumptuous decoration of the concert room
Charles Cockerell
has an arcaded portico set in front of curved iron roofs over the platforms; forms part of the Victorian development of central Newcastle with its handsome Classical streets.
Central Station
