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The English Home from Charles I. to George IV. / Its Architecture, Decoration and Garden Design

By J. Alfred Gotch
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The author surveys two centuries of English domestic architecture, decoration, and garden design, showing how Jacobean building types and interiors gradually yielded to classical and Palladian principles, later tempered by a Gothic revival. It discusses changes in household arrangements, the emergence of architects as influential designers, and the role of pattern books and drawings in spreading new tastes. Illustrated case studies analyze plans, ornament, furniture, and landscape layouts, and attribution of notable houses highlights the practical application of evolving styles in both country estates and urban dwellings.

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J. Alfred Gotch

J. Alfred Gotch was an English architect and architectural historian known for his contributions to the study of English architecture. His notable works include "Early Renaissance Architecture in England," which provides a detailed account of Tudor, Elizabethan, and Jacobean architectural styles, and "The English Home from Charles I. to George IV," which explores the evolution of domestic architecture and design during a transformative period in English history. Gotch's writings reflect a deep understanding of architectural development, particularly from the medieval period through the 18th century, making him a significant figure in the field of architectural history.

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