Frank Lloyd Wright By Peter Gossel And Gabriele Leuthauser Taschen 1994

Frank Lloyd Wright by Peter Gossel and Gabriele Leuthauser Taschen 1994, Paperback Book.The American architect Frank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959) exerted unique influence on the architecture of the first half of the 20th century. This volume presents the whole range of his extraordinarily prolific output and shows clearly how his view of the world was a common factor throughout the rich diversity of his oeuvre. From his early prairie houses to the Guggenheim Museum in New York, Frank Lloyd Wright saw man as the focal point of an architecture closely bound up with nature. * Publisher ‏ : ‎ Benedikt Taschen Verlag; Spanish edition (1st Ed. 1994) * Language ‏ : ‎ English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish * Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.43 pounds * Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 1 x 9 x 12 inches.This book on Frank Lloyd Wright is a valuable resource. It opens with an essay that offers an overview of Wright's work, touching on topics like the prairie houses, spatial concepts, material choices, the influence of nature, the workflow, and humanistic values. While not deeply explored, these topics serve as a solid introduction to the following section, which delves into Wright's architectural creations. The book features high-quality photos printed on glossy paper that are particularly appealing. Inside, you'll find numerous stunning photos and illustrations accompanied by their historical context. This book would be a great addition to a coffee table collection or simply as a source of inspiration. The book concludes with a timeline of Wright's life, detailing his journey from his birth in 1867 to his passing in 1959. Remarkably, Wright continued designing buildings almost until his death.