Roman Gardens
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Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
1445690306
ISBN-13
9781445690308
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Imprint
Amberley Publishing
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Oct 15th, 2019
Print length
96 Pages
Weight
284 grams
Dimensions
23.40 x 16.70 x 0.80 cms
Product Classification:
Ancient history: to c 500 CESocial & cultural historyGardening
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A fascinating look at the history and legacy of Roman gardens, focusing on Great Britain. The author is a board member of the Association for Roman Archaeology and a prolific writer of papers on Roman art and architecture and has lectured on the subject of Roman gardens.
This book looks at the origins of ancient Roman garden design and its Greek influences. It includes the use and design of private domestic gardens as well as those connected to theatres and temples. Gardens connected to mausolea are also be included. It shows how rooms were designed to afford the best views of the gardens. Special attention is paid to Roman water gardens, their pools and fountain designs. Nymphaea, garden ornaments, sundials, trellising, topiary and plants will be included. The many illustrations are drawn from the author''s collections and have been taken over decades of study throughout the Roman empire.The author is a board member of the Association for Roman Archaeology and a prolific writer of papers on Roman art and architecture and has lectured on the subject of Roman gardens.
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