Essays on Dome

Art, architecture, and design are very important clues for historians to figure out what exactly a civilization, culture and society valued. Architecture, in particular, is a very important part of a larger material culture which may be used by historians as clues to figure out what impact these decisions had on the larger culture and the way each society organizes itself. In this sense, it is almost nearly inescapable that each piece of art or building will not in some way or another influence our thinking regarding how each of these societies is organized. This is true everywhere around ...

Islamic Architecture in India

The diversity has always been a distinguishing cross-cutting feature of the whole mankind. Consequently, the modern world has always been a multicultural one since the dawn of times and it is absolutely impossible to establish particular borders between the cultures, as such phenomena as cross-cultural communication has existed during the whole timeline. On this point, it is important to mention that the emerging of any culture first of all depends on the location of its carriers. In other words, it strongly depends on the geographical matters. That is why such rapid cultural differentiation appeared, which has manifested, first of ...

The Pantheon

Moore, David. "The Pantheon." Roman Concrete. (1995). Web 26 June 2016. The Pantheon impresses with its size but it looks peaceful inside it. Solid wall round the perimeter has many niches. The idea of the Pantheon is in harmony with the surrounding world. The height of the building is equal to the diameter of the rotunda. People enter the temple through the lobby, which goes into a portico with 16 columns. Each column looks very massive. Their main parts are made of Egyptian red granite, and base and capitals - from Greek marble. Despite the impressive size of the ...

Introduction

The exchange of respiratory gas is limited by the capacity of the respiratory muscles to circulate air in the lung. Ventilation fails when muscles do not have the capacity to cope with the load brought by the mechanics of the pulmonary system. It is crucial to comprehend the mechanics of respiration/breathing not only for purposes of diagnosing how the system has failed and to offer the correct prescription for treatment of the failure, but to be capable of providing the most effectual temporary respiratory support through the use of a mechanical ventilator, as well. The first category explains the ...

Shomei Tomatsu’s black and white untitled photograph attempts to tell the audience the horrific repercussions of the Second World War II especially on the human life. On this picture, the photographer depicted a man emerging from the shadows, his face covered with wrinkled skin the rest of his face was hidden from plain sight but from the looks of his face, the audience can tell how great the damage brought by the atomic bomb blast on his face. The nuclear attack which destroyed nearly half of his face managed to create a large keloid scar on the right ...

The emergence of the Modernist period enabled the world to shift from the rigid and hierarchical architecture to the bolder and naturalistic styles. However this time, architects also applied scientific knowledge in building their crafts to mark the beginning of the modern era. Frank Lloyd Wright ingenuity in building innovative and functional architecture spearheaded the quest for exploring various building designs in the early 20th century. Among his notable works are as follows: The Usonian House was one of the finest examples of incorporating geometrical patterns to homes as well as the delicate imitation of post-and-lintel style framework that ...

The architecture of the early 20th century relied heavily on the introduction of new materials which led to the existence of new styles that rejected the notion of social hierarchy and religious affiliation. During this period, the buildings created within the early phase of modernization became so diverse and eccentric yet it was due to this nature that allowed architects to apply all the scientific knowledge in creating functional structures rather than buildings based on the designer's viewpoint. What separates the style of the 20th century from its predecessors was their openness in terms of exploring new materials especially ...

The Dome of the Rock is the first imperial structure made for Islam and also the second most important Islamic site after Mecca. It was built in the 7th century in Jerusalem by Caliph Abd al-Malik, also known as the Umayyad. As an edifice, the Dome of the Rock is not a mosque, but more of a religious shrine. Like Mecca, the Dome of the Rock stands on a sacred stone this is the period of the Islamic culture, which also involves Mohamed. Mohamed was born in the 6th century in Mecca. The Dome of the Rock has its ...

As a self-taught photographer Samuel Bourne has given the world a view of India that is as prolific and beautiful. His photographs are an example of the true photography artistry and the photos remain a gem even in this time. The history of the mutiny in India against the British dominance is captured in a way of contrast between the old and the new. Bourne is centered at the period of disruption in the Indian lifestyle and portrays both the good and the racially charged emotions of the times. Bourne shot his photographs in the 1850 and 1860’s ...

Audience + History China Central TV, further referred to as CCTV, is a globally driven network seasoned in providing news from around the globe with an Asian target audience; however not limited to. Originally launched in Beijing on April 26th of 2010, the network spanned into America just shy of two years later on February 6, 2012 and also is reporting live feed in Africa, Europe and South Asia. Because CCTV is a major source in global news linked to Asia, the audience is mostly viewers from an Asian background or at the very least has significant ties to Asia. ...

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In this paper, we will discuss and describe the application of mathematics in architecture. Starting from the explanation of the meaning of architecture, we will consider the relationship between architecture and mathematics since ancient times. One of the most significant contribution of mathematics in architecture is strengthening the building constructions. This property can be traced in many ancient structures (for example, the Parthenon, the Colosseum, Stonehenge). The evolution of the types of construction design was tightly related to mathematics. In our research, we will discuss various designs, such as pyramidal, post-and-lintel and carcass construction systems. Special attention will be ...

Introduction

The Ottoman Empire was one of the world’s largest empires with history dates back to the Islamic medieval period from the 10th to 11th centuries. The main religion of the Ottoman Empire was Islam and most of their architecture and art was based on the religion as well. The beautiful buildings that exist today were the relics of the old Ottoman Empire. The Ottoman Empire was originally founded in 1299 by the tribe who distinguished themselves as Oghus Turks under the rule of King Osman I. Ottoman empire stretched from the mainland Turkey and controlled various countries in ...

Egypt is the home of great temples particularly the famed stone temple of Amun Ra located in the most sandy and isolated part of the Sudan. The architecture of this building is post-and-lintel style; the evidence of this can be seen on the façade of the temple consisting of string horizontal stone framework and thick columns. The walls were enclosed, refusing any light to enter except for the small square windows. This temple has a rectangular ground plan with scattered buildings located on the left and right side of the main temple. A wide central courtyard made of ...

Islam: Empire of Faith

The purpose of this essay is to review the documentary video; Islam: Empire of faith from different perspectives. We are going to discuss the credibility of its content, the level of audience engagement and the sequence of information narration, coming at the end to an overall rating for the document. The documentary is divided into major three parts; the first demonstrates the history of Islam and Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), while the second and the last ones narrate in details, the expansion of the Islamic Empire and the ups and downs that it has faced through different centuries.

The documentary ...

In the formation of art of the peoples who lived in the Mediterranean basin, a huge role was played by the so-called Aegean, or Mycenaean art. The Aegean culture was formed and developed in III—II millennia BC and was created by tribes that lived on the island of Crete, the Peloponnese, the West coast of Asia Minor (Boardman 21). In 1871, the German archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann excavated Hissarluka on the hill "pre-Homer" cities that can be dated to the III Millennium BC and which belong to the prehistory of the Aegean culture. Soon Schliemann began excavations in the ...

Comparison Essay on Architectural History of a Building

Introduction The Dome of the Rock (Qubbat as‐Sakhrah) is a religious edifice structure built in the7th century that is located in Jerusalem. It was built by Caliph Abd al‐Malik, the Umayyad. This edifice is not a mosque, but may be described as a Muslim shrine. Like the Mecca Ka'ba, the Dome of the Rock is built on a sacred stone. It is widely believed to be the place from which Muhammad the prophet ascended into heaven in the process of his night journey into heaven. The sacred stone over which this edifice is built was long considered ...

The pantheon is an ancient temple which sits in Rome, Italy. The temple was much later converted to a church of Santa Maria ad Martyres. The church is also one of the outstanding buildings in the country dating from 125 AD. The building has also been the largest concrete structure in the world up to the 20th century. Before starting a design of the St. Peter’s Basilica, Michelangelo first studied the Pantheon to gain more insight on the design and architecture. The Pantheon has also been a burial place for significant people like Raphael, the artist. The building ...

Designed by Joseph Paxman in 1851 to accommodate the Great Exhibition that features the technological and cultural advancement from different parts of the world for the enjoyment of the English people (Phillips 14). The architecture of The Crystal Palace was dubbed as the “modern English” since the structure was an unusually simple and the lack of ornamentation, the unity, and functionality of the designs reinforce and stabilized the entire glass roofs and walls covering it and allowing the rays of the sunlight to penetrate within the building (Phillips 24-25). The whole building was also a rejection of traditional materials ...

Plato’s Allegory of the Cave

Plato is one of the greatest philosophers of antiquity. He is the founder of the theory of ideas, and in order to explain it, he created the allegory of the cave. This myth has become a symbol of metaphysics, epistemology and dialectics, as well as ethics and mysticism: the myth that expresses the whole life and works of Plato.

There are four meanings ​​of the allegory:

1. The idea of ​​the ontological gradation of existence and about the types of reality (sensible and supersensible) with its subtypes: shadows on the walls are a simple appearance of things; statues are the things perceived by senses; stone wall ...

The essays aims to show if and how national identity finds its reflection in architecture. Turkey is the country handpicked for this particular scientific purpose inasmuch as it a solid example of a multicultural state acknowledged at political and legal levels. More importantly, it has a rich history of multiculturalism. Istanbul and Ankara are the primary examples of architectural tendencies. The essay carefully traces the evolution of western influence and the rationales behind the cultural dialogue in the days of the empire, which allows understanding the nature of possible national identity erosion in the modern Turkish architecture. The brief ...

Introduction

A connection between religion and a sacred place is immense. It represents the beliefs invested into the religious domain, a symbolic meaning to the parishioners, and the history encapsulated in a particular place. That is why all religious buildings were constructed in the locations that are significant for the believers and to a particular religion. In some instances it may happen that a sacred building plays a role of a holy place for several religions, as it is the case with Jerusalem. This city is the epitome of holiness, as it contains the places of particular importance for Christians, ...

The name Hagia Sophia means holy wisdom and its architects were Arthemius the mathematician of Tralles and Isidorus the physicist from Miletus. Both the state and the church were taken to be symbolically in unison once the emperor was in the sanctuary. It was believed that the building of the church was the heavens court on earth. The sanctuary could only be entered in by the Byzantine emperor and the clergy. The following are the some of the ways that the architecture and ornament of Hagia Sophia reinforces the staying of Byzantine emperor. The layout and the segmentation of ...

Life drawing has a long history that probably started in the caves. It is the foundation of both painting and architecture. Although, there have been many great artists of life drawing, one of the most prominent names is Antonio Allegri da Correggio (1490-1534). He derived his name from his hometown Correggio, Italy. Correggio was a well-known artist in Italy and he has the influence of famous artists like Andrea Mantegna, Dosso Dossi and Leonardo da Vinci in his work. He might have visited Rome during his career as the influence of Michelangelo and Raphael is distinctly visible in his ...

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Greenwich Peninsula: Background3 Progress..4

Owners, Experiences, New Masterplan, Costs & Timescales5

Concerns..6 Most 15 Useful Resources..8

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Greenwich Peninsula Development INTRODUCTION Mega construction projects last longer, consume budgets and are controversial. This applies to greenfield and brownfield projects. In opting for a completely new development or a regeneration project, multiple stakeholders are involved and, as project progress unfolds, conflicting interest further overlap and evolve. The Greenwich Peninsula development is an ideal example of a long-range mega regeneration project. Conceived as New London, Starting started off as an entertainment venue – against a backdrop of a successful Millennial Dome – Greenwich Peninsula development has evolved into a multi-phased, increasingly ...

Introduction

The golden age of Italian culture, art and architecture is considered to be the Renaissance. Unlike many European countries, the Italians did not perceive Gothic, as a cultural and architectural style. Renaissance began from the classical Italian style. Renaissance is the era of great achievements and discoveries - in this era, many artists, writers and architects hoped to get public recognition and believed in the beauty of art. Artists began to write portraits of famous people, sculptors began to create sculptures of gods, in many ways the basic idea of ​​the Renaissance turned restore antique style.

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Interrelation of Jerusalem and Mecca and of the Temple and the Ka‘ba in medieval Islam

Jerusalem and Mecca are two most renowned holy cities worldwide. Conspicuously, an enormous quantity of writing and scholarly treaties has been written about both cities. However, there is very little that has been done in a comparative study. Arguably, the majority of comparisons that has been done between Jerusalem and Mecca are the link of the holiness of Jerusalem among Islam to that of Mecca in Islam. This paper seeks to analyze the interrelation of Jerusalem and Mecca and of the Temple and the Ka‘ba in medieval Islam.

The similarities between Jerusalem and Mecca, Jews and Muslims are ...

Islamic art is often characterized by the concept of religion and how much attached Moslems are to it. Each piece has a valuable connection to religion and culture; elements that matter so much in identifying the real value of Moslem living. Among the most celebrated works of art from the Islamic communities include the mosques that continue to adorn cities as well as rural areas where Moslem are high in population. Mosques, being the place of worship have a special place in the heart of the people recognizing the importance of Islam in their lives. Adorned with tiles and intricate designs, ...

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Like all ancient people, the Greek thought of temples as houses for the gods. While in Greece the temple plan was derived from the megaron found in Mycenaean palaces, Roman temples were derived from Greek and Etruscan precedents. The Greek temples were decorated with an exterior colonnade, and the statue of the god was housed in the main room (the naos) facing the east where an outdoor altar for sacrifices was placed. The Roman temples borrowed the podium (base) and the frontality of the temple from Etruscan temples. From Greece came the columns, the cella (central room), the porch ( ...

There is a great comparison between the Roman art and the ancient Greek art in terms of the inspiration and the contribution to the history of creative art. The ancient art work from the Romans and the Greek is known as classical art. While the two depicted a high level of creativity and influence to the population at the time, it is their relationship and inspiration to the modern art that interests many scholars. The roman art borrows a lot from that of the Greeks and is sometimes seen as the replica of the works of great Greek artists such as Callimachus, ...

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There are many churches around the globe which is dedicated to an image of the Blessed Virgin Mary and each varies from their foreign counterparts. The Basilica of Our Lady of Peace of Yamoussoukro is one of these churches and gained both praise and scrutiny from its construction. Praise was given because of its almost perfect similarity to St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome and attention to detail while scrutiny was directed towards its lavish creation and location. This paper will discuss the history, features and criticisms of the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace of Yamoussoukro in Cô ...

There is always change taking place within the society and in every organization or firm in business. Dexter Dunphy (2011) calls this “a perfect storm of change” (p.6), which is said to be a “global situation of unprecedented urgency” (p.4). This becomes a crisis to the society, not unless the firm acts on its impulse, to take effective action that would successfully solve the issue being confronted. This leads to actions of sustainability for sustainability. It is these sustainable models and framework that will answer to the call of the changing environment, to prevent crisis from taking place in societies within the ...

The Prophet’s Mosque

Two categories describe the distinctive visual elements of Islamic art/architecture as decorated surface and structural shape. Understanding these characteristics of Islamic art/architecture proves a historical journey of the second holy mosque built next to the Prophet Muhammad’s home in Medinah in the 5th century 622 C.E. (Araffin 2005). The evolution of mosques from the humble rendering of the first erected with the Prophet’s own hands to the geometric patterned, repetitive designed, and calligraphy domed places of prayer and worship found in the Islamic world today is a testament to the faith in God of all Muslims globally. The ensuing ...

Arch 386

Introduction: Architecture is an important part of man’s contribution to the built environment and several styels have developed over the years. There have been several architects who have contributed important and crucial public buildings over the years but nobody has come to the forefront of such styles as Renzo Piano and Richard Rogers or perhaps, Norman Foster. After World War II, the new style of “High-tech” architecture was born. Two brilliant well-known architects of this time period are Renzo Piano and Richard Rogers. These architects incorporated elements of high tech industry and advanced structural technology into ...

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The paper focuses on the development of taxation based on contributions of Ricardo, Smith and Petty. They both developed the taxation idea from Locke’s theory of a single tax on rent. Their major contribution was on the incident tax, which demonstrates value system, power relations and group interests on taxation. Finally, the paper analyzes how taxation influences economic decision in the 21st century.

Introduction

The development of political economy in the 17th century was characterized by an effort to flee from Locke’s theorem that all taxes would eventually fall on the rent of land as well as his proposal ...

The original purpose of the Pantheon temple was to honor all the Gods of Ancient Rome. The time was long before the Catholic Church made Rome its headquarters and the people practice a pagan religion similar to the Greeks. Marcus Agrippa commissioned the temple’s construction under the rule of Caesar Augustus in 27 AD. Inscriptions on the frieze of the porch (surrounded by columns) record the facts of the original construction and then mention two reconstructions. The Pantheon was rebuilt for the first time in 202 AD by Severus and Caracalla. The Roman emperor Hadrian had the temple rebuilt a ...

If to take a look at the phenomenon of Islamic civilization, mainly at the architecture, urban planning and poetry, the importance of art in the Islamic world becomes clear. Great masterpieces of Islamic civilization, Islamic architecture in the clearest way answer the question of what Islam is. These buildings have in their proportionality, harmony, tranquility and serenity the most important features of the Islamic message to people. Of course, all kinds of Islamic art: architecture, fabric production, etc., borrowed many of the technologies and methods from different civilizations, in particular, from Ancient Iran and Byzantium. But all of them ...

Explosives are a rather young industry. Despite the stereotype of it being primarily used for military purposes, it has come to be applied in a variety of fields. It stand to reason that explosives have given belligerent parties a strategic advantage on the battlefield, yet their application is well documented in areas other than the military industrial complex. It is quite difficult to envision the peaceful demolition of decrepit structures that are up for destruction due to the degrading state of the framework. The extractive industry is dependent on explosives inasmuch as mineworkers need their way cleared or portions of rock splintered. ...

of the most important building of the particular styles:

Early Christian, Byzantine, Islamic, Gothic

Each period of history has its own particular, specific art style, which contains its own significant masterpieces. It doesn’t matter what kind of art is it: painting, sculpture, architecture, etc. For example, for the Early Christian Era, such masterpieces are: The Basilica at Trier in architecture and Jesus healing the bleeding woman, depicted in the Catacombs of Rome. Talking about Byzantine period, it is important to mention such works as: the Church of Holy Wisdom or Hagia Sophia in the architecture and the most famous mosaic of this church ...

Built 18 Centuries ago, the magnificent ancient priceless Patheon is one the grandest architectural structures of all time. Its structural features suggest the perfection of its design and beauty. It was as a result of renovations and reconstructions after the great fire in Rome in AD 64 when Nero was Emperor. It secretly contains volcanic ash in its walls among other unraveled secrets.

The Temple

After several reconstructions, the Patheon today maintains a dome shape. Like other world biggest ancient domes such as the Turkey's Hagia Sophia, Santa Maria del Fiore (Florence Cathedral), St. Paul's Cathedral in England and Germany's Reichstag, it was ...

Introduction

Asoka, an Indian emperor of the Maurya Dynasty, is one of the most important followers of Buddhism. During his rule, Buddhism had spread widely throughout the world and became the leading religion. Asoka was initially a follower of Hinduism. At the start of his rule, he governed his empire in a way his predecessors did. The people described him as a cruel ruler. He sought to expand his territory. He invaded Kalinga and saw the deaths of many people. He regretted his actions and felt the sorrow and grief of the families who were abandoned by the people who died in the ...

The Pantheon is one of the most recognizable ancient buildings in Rome, Italy. The building has stood for thousands of years and was constructed under the rule of Emperor Augustus. The name comes from for two Greek words. The first is “pan” which translates to everything. The second is “teon” that essentially translates to divine. The Pantheon was constructed in 126 AD. The architects of this phenomenal building were Marcus Agrippa, who was assisted by Apollodorus of Damascus. The Pantheon has often received wide praise and acclaim for its architectural design as well as its concept of space. It ...

Introduction Begun with the cathedral complex at Pisa and expanded upon in the Basilica of San Marco in Venice, Italian architects of the 11th century were not only able to glorify their own Christian God and saints, but also asserted their dominance over eastern ‘heretics’ through the adaptation and outright theft of eastern architectural influences. These influences can be seen in everything from the bulbous form of the domes to the minor adornments of the cathedrals. The earliest Italian architects were priest and monks who used skilled craftsmen to carry out their ideas of communal Christian living. Italian buildings ...

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Mechanics is a branch of physical science that deals with moving and stationary bodies influenced by forces. It is divided into two branches called dynamics and statics. Dynamics deals with moving bodies while statics deals resting bodies Mechanics also has a subcategory called fluid mechanics. Fluid mechanics is the science concerning the behavior of fluids. It could be fluid statics when it tackles about the body at rest. On the other hand, it could be fluid dynamics when the fluid body being studied is in motion. Fluid mechanics is a study regarding the behavior of material that can bend and ...

This chapter explores various techniques to approximate ``Yosemite moonrises “photograph dates as drawn by Anselm.Yosemite national park forms a background for the formation of moonbows and moonrises. A moonbow is formed as a result of absence of a clear sensitivity at night by the eyes (Olson, 114, 2013). Moon and half dome are some of the most important photography of Anselm. However, the photograph ``moon and half dome, Yosemite national park” is dated 1960.Howevere, 1960 could not be the precise date an aspect that is linked to Anselm’s claim that his dates are guesses. The “Half dome refers to when ...

Ancient Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire, was located on the north-west of the present Turkey. It was captured by Turks of the Ottoman Empire that transformed it into Istanbul. Modern Istanbul renowned for two beautiful mosques towered up the sea. Hagia Sophia is more ancient of them. "Hagia" means "saint" translated from Greek. It was not built as a mosque. The most beautiful church of the Byzantine Empire was built to revive the glory of Rome. Originally on the place where later built Hagia Sophia was a small temple. It burned down in 404, restored in 416 and ...

Andrea Pozzo is an architect, decorator, art theoretician and a stage designer as well. Pozzo was best known in architecture and were the producer of the nave ceiling of the church of Sant’lgnazio. The article produced by Pozzo talks about a Saint Ignatius who went to heaven and the images of the saints description are provided. The Sistine chapel in the Vatican City is a renowned chapel in the palace of Apostolic (Gardener et al 78). This chapel is said to be the Pope’s residence in the city of Vatican. The Sistine chapel is also said to be a place where ...

Taj mahal, a monument defying words has been attracting a lot many visitors since the time immemorial. The shining white monument has been a centre of attraction gathering lot of praises for its spell binding gorgeousness from all around the world. The number of visitors to Taj Mahal has consistently been increasing with the data revealing about 2 to 4 million people visiting Taj Mahal each year. Taj Mahal grabbing a huge appreciation from each corner is now the one of the most loved monuments of the world. So far it’s too good! The facts portray a totally idealistic picture of Taj Mahal ...

This essay gives information about a recent visit to a Catholic Church and a Mosque. It tries to compare this to the Jewish Temple (The author’s church). A discussion about the similarities between the religions will be at the commencement of the paper followed by discussion about the entrance to the church, the service itself, literature available and a reflection on the visit. A recent visit to a Catholic Church and a Mosque revealed a number of similarities and differences to the Jewish Temple that is normally attended by the writer’s family. The Catholic Church was attended during the most popular Sunday service ...

Filippo Brunelleschi was an essential contributor to the 15th-century architecture scene. He was an architectural genius credited for some of the greatest architectural pieces in 15th century Florentine. Filippo was the first architect to apply mathematics in the construction of his buildings. His application of mathematics in his constructions, such as the Church of San Spirito was an indication that he was an expert engineer. Filippo’s architectural pieces were distinct from the other architectural pieces of the time. The reason behind this is that he applied mathematical perspectives to transform the then common gothic and Romanesque spaces to ...

Part 1: The Greenwood Riots

Considered one of the wealthiest African American community in the early twentieth century, Greenwood is a region in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Greenwood was often referred to as America’s “Black Wall Street” not until the year 1921 when it was rocked by devastating riots. These riots were connoted as Tulsa Race Riot, which posed shocking impacts on the flourishing Greenwood community. The riots are considered one of the most devastating holocausts in the history of United States race associations (Rucker & James 24). Close to five years after these riots, Greenwood populations who survived the massacre stayed in Tulsa and tried their ...

Renaissance and Baroque – are two remarkable styles in architecture, which are bounded inextricably. For better understanding these two styles, their derivation and connection it is worth to begin with the first of them – Renaissance. The beginning of Renaissance started in 15th century. There is a version of the derivation of Renaissance in Italy. It was a contest on the best bronze relief for Baptistery in Florence in 1401. Two failed participants - Filippo Brunelleschi and Donatello considered the results of the contest unjust and left for Rome to explore the ancient ruins of the city. Their aim was to find ...

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The Baroque period was an important one for artists and architects since the aspect of perspective came into being. Perhaps one of the greatest exponents of baroque architecture was Bernini with his incredible work in the design of the Vatican dome and churches in the vicinity. The link between God and humanity is thus immediately apparent especially in the works which we see at the Sistine Chapel where Michelangelo surpassed himself especially in what can be termed as his greatest painting work which is The Creation of Adam and which has been immortalized the world over (Bazin, 1964, p 35).

Comparison between Renaissance and Baroque

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A shrine to nature lovers and a crowned jewel amongst all the valleys; a marvel that strikes everyone, be it a vacationing family or an outdoor adventure enthusiast or an explorer; Yosemite National Park is a mixed bag of picturesque scenery and an array of activities. Located in the central eastern region in the state of California, Yosemite National Park covers an area of 747,956 acres (3,026.87 km2) and stretches across the western slopes of the mountain chains of Sierra Nevada. This essay intends to give the readers a glimpse of the vast wilderness, diverse biological community and deep history of the ...

Roman civilisation was famous for many extraordinary accomplishments. One of the most famous and remarkable for the contemporary observers is their architectural achievements which survived centuries and could be viewed and marvelled by people today. One of architectural pieces of Roman art is Pantheon. Pantheon is a building situated in the capital of Italy - Rome. It was built around 126 AD by the Emperor Hadrian instead of the previous building destroyed in 80AD. It is believed that like many other massive architectural pieces the initial building was built to commemorate the Battle of Actium of 31 BC by Marcus ...

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The roman pantheon is the most conserved and prominent building in ancient Rome. It is a roman place of worship dedicated to all gods of non-religious Rome. The Roman pantheon bears the writing of Marcus Agrippa. It was not known how people worshipped in this temple since it was different from other conventional roman temples. The pantheon exists today in such an amazing form because the ruler gave it to Pope Boniface VIII to use it as a church. The pantheon has been in existence and continuous use since the temple it was built. The most captivating features of the ...

The Pantheon, temple to all the gods, is the perfect masterpiece of ancient Rome’s architecture. The Rome's symbol is the best-preserved historical monument in the center of the old city. It was included in the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1980. Agrippa built this temple in 27 BC to honor the Roman gods. However, it was burnt and then rebuilt by Emperor Hadrian (117–38 AD) circa 126 AD. Although the architect remains unknown, some scholars think that the architect is Apollodorus of Damascus. Firstly, the Pantheon served as a temple to all the gods; only priests could enter ...

Pantheon in Rome is the Roman temple built by consul Marcus Agrippa during the reign of Augustus. It had been built after the Battle of Actium (31BC) and dedicated to all Roman Gods. Construction began in 27BC during the third consulship of Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa. Pantheon was rebuilt in 126 AD during the reign emperor Hadrian. Pantheon is located in Rome, Italy, in the Piazza della Rotonda. Pantheon had been built in the Campus Martius. The Campus Martius was the area for military training activity for both the army and people, so Pantheon was not only temple for ...

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Engineering as a course is seen to be prestigious, and most parents would want their children to study it in college. The parents see it as a profession that is well paying, and this guarantees their children brighter future. The reason I chose engineering over other disciplines is because from the time I was a child I always had a passion in this technical and crucial field. My interest and passion made me pursue engineering course and ignore all the other disciplines. I made the choice voluntarily so that after completing it, I will be in a position to serve my country through coming ...

The Taj Mahal is a white Marble Mausoleum which is found in Agra district in Utah Pradesh, India. Its construction started in 1632 AD and completed in 1648 AD during the Mughal dynasty. Additional structures namely the Mosque, guest house, main gateway on the south, courtyard and its cloisters were later added and completed in 1653 AD. Taj Mahal takes up a style combining the elements from Persian, Islamic and Ottoman Turkish as well as Indian Architectural styles. The Mughal building (Progenitor of the Mughal dynasty) and Timurid (the tomb of Timur) buildings’ set precedence for the construction of Taj ...

Yoshio Taniguchi is a world-renowned architect. Born in Tokyo in 1937, Taniguchi was raised by his equally skilled architect father Yoshiro Taniguchi. Taniguchi took up Mechanical Engineering for his undergraduate studies in Keio University. He graduated in 1960 and later continued on to his post-graduate studies Harvard University’s School of Design. Taniguchi earned his master’s degree in Architecture in 1964. From 1964 to 1972, Taniguchi worked for fellow architect Tange Kenzo in the latter’s studio where he did architectural design projects. Taniguchi similarly worked for Walter Gropius. Taniguchi also taught architecture in several universities – the University of ...