French Periods- Baroque Style- Reviews
Savannah: I really liked that savannah went into a great detail on the Palais de Versailles. I also really like the pictures she chose, I think that they really demonstrate a royal "taste" that is used during this time period
Holli: I think that Holli did a great job at going into a lot of detail on everything during this period. She went into so much detail on both the interior designs, as well as the historical people of this time.
Tuesday, March 29, 2016
French Periods- Baroque Style
During this era, rulers influence was more important than the religious and political factors. Royal "taste" is what determined their design styles at this time. The Baroque style was used during this time which was known as "The Golden Age," and it was led by Louis XIV. Louis XII died in 1643, and Louis XIV was proclaimed the king at only 5 years old.
The Palais de Versailles was built during this time, and it was considered the original hunting ground. The interiors during this time gave off a very royal appearance. The public rooms had the same interior appearances to them. They had a classical architecture style as well as the decorations. They had very regal dimensions such as, 15' ceilings, and 11' doors. There design was mainly symmetrical , with balanced doors and windows. These rooms can be summed up with the words large and dignified. The hall of mirrors (Galerie des Glaces) had a barrel vault ceiling, the windows matched the mirrors, and the furniture chandeliers, sconces, and planters were all solid silver. They also used a royal "L" monogram at this time for the interiors. Color was definitely emphasized in the architecture. They commonly used colored marble, and pilaster shafts. The paneling was usually white, off white, gray with moldings, or carved ornament gilding. While the brighter colors were used in paintings, tapestries, and rugs, and the furniture was usually placed against the walls and pulled out as needed.
The furniture during this time was most commonly made by Andre Charles Boulle, and he was considered the chief cabinetmaker. He had the most remarkable work at the place of versailles especially. The materials that were commonly used were Tortoise shell, metal (brass or silver) or ebony. And it was a very lengthy process to make all of this. There was one chair used quite often. This was the Louis XIV chair. It had a high back, which demonstrated a sense of greatness, there was also a wide seat for wider dresses. There was also a Berger chair that was introduced during this time, and its still used today. This chair is an upholstered french arm chair with an upholstered back with armrests on the upholstered frames. Materials during this time were from china and japan. Such as porcelain figures, vases, lacquer work, silk, and screens.
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During this era, rulers influence was more important than the religious and political factors. Royal "taste" is what determined their design styles at this time. The Baroque style was used during this time which was known as "The Golden Age," and it was led by Louis XIV. Louis XII died in 1643, and Louis XIV was proclaimed the king at only 5 years old.
The Palais de Versailles was built during this time, and it was considered the original hunting ground. The interiors during this time gave off a very royal appearance. The public rooms had the same interior appearances to them. They had a classical architecture style as well as the decorations. They had very regal dimensions such as, 15' ceilings, and 11' doors. There design was mainly symmetrical , with balanced doors and windows. These rooms can be summed up with the words large and dignified. The hall of mirrors (Galerie des Glaces) had a barrel vault ceiling, the windows matched the mirrors, and the furniture chandeliers, sconces, and planters were all solid silver. They also used a royal "L" monogram at this time for the interiors. Color was definitely emphasized in the architecture. They commonly used colored marble, and pilaster shafts. The paneling was usually white, off white, gray with moldings, or carved ornament gilding. While the brighter colors were used in paintings, tapestries, and rugs, and the furniture was usually placed against the walls and pulled out as needed.
The furniture during this time was most commonly made by Andre Charles Boulle, and he was considered the chief cabinetmaker. He had the most remarkable work at the place of versailles especially. The materials that were commonly used were Tortoise shell, metal (brass or silver) or ebony. And it was a very lengthy process to make all of this. There was one chair used quite often. This was the Louis XIV chair. It had a high back, which demonstrated a sense of greatness, there was also a wide seat for wider dresses. There was also a Berger chair that was introduced during this time, and its still used today. This chair is an upholstered french arm chair with an upholstered back with armrests on the upholstered frames. Materials during this time were from china and japan. Such as porcelain figures, vases, lacquer work, silk, and screens.
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Extra Credit:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsQK6F7hmJk
Thursday, March 24, 2016
French Period 1 - Reviews
Claire: I really liked how Claire noted that the interiors weren't the only important thing during this time, and then went on to go into detail on why she stated this.
Haley: I think that Haley did a great job in terms of going into details on the architectural elements during this time, and the typical styles for the chateaus.
Claire: I really liked how Claire noted that the interiors weren't the only important thing during this time, and then went on to go into detail on why she stated this.
Haley: I think that Haley did a great job in terms of going into details on the architectural elements during this time, and the typical styles for the chateaus.
French Period 1
In other countries interior design was determined by religious and political history. Although during the french periods the rulers influenced the most pervasive design. During this time the royal "taste" determined the design styles, and France was central to romanesque and gothic style. During the early renaissance it was a transitional style from gothic to renaissance. They focused on designing a luxurious room that was consistent and harmonious although, it was a complex job. During this time they brought about the profession known as the decorator. This position required a person who could not only conceive an interior design, but through the process of "engraving" explaining the design to a client. There was a famous patron of the arts known as Francois I. He implemented the transitional style which was going from the gothic forms to the renaissance forms. He designed the Loire Valley in Paris. He was also the one that constructed the Chateau de Fontainebleau, as well as the Chateau de Blois. The architecture styles in the France periods had no need for new religious structures-the just built new palaces and chateaux. The exteriors became a very important part when designing. The weather in these locations also needed to be taken into consideration, because it required them to have steep roofs, many chimneys, and many large windows, and these roofs often had two slopes with dormer windows. Although, the interiors did not often reflect the exterior styles which isn't typical in todays world. Francois I began construction on the Chateau Chambord, which was a royal hunting lodge in the loire valley. It consisted of 44 rooms, 84 staircases, and 365 chimneys. While the estate was 14,300 acres of forest, lakes and grassland enclosed by a 22 mile long wall. This building was considered the larges and most majestic of the chateaus. It was also the meeting place of Francois I and Leonardo Da Vinci. This chateau was partially designed by Leonardo Da Vinci. The Chateau de Blois was also constructed during this time. It was an italian prototype with depressed arches. It consisted of low relief ornamentation, asymmetrical organization of openings, the initial "H" flooring, classical pilasters, entablatures, and the Henri IV bedroom. Although, the chateaus most renowned feature was the spiral in the Francois I wing. Also, this is where King Henri III and Henri IV lived.
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In other countries interior design was determined by religious and political history. Although during the french periods the rulers influenced the most pervasive design. During this time the royal "taste" determined the design styles, and France was central to romanesque and gothic style. During the early renaissance it was a transitional style from gothic to renaissance. They focused on designing a luxurious room that was consistent and harmonious although, it was a complex job. During this time they brought about the profession known as the decorator. This position required a person who could not only conceive an interior design, but through the process of "engraving" explaining the design to a client. There was a famous patron of the arts known as Francois I. He implemented the transitional style which was going from the gothic forms to the renaissance forms. He designed the Loire Valley in Paris. He was also the one that constructed the Chateau de Fontainebleau, as well as the Chateau de Blois. The architecture styles in the France periods had no need for new religious structures-the just built new palaces and chateaux. The exteriors became a very important part when designing. The weather in these locations also needed to be taken into consideration, because it required them to have steep roofs, many chimneys, and many large windows, and these roofs often had two slopes with dormer windows. Although, the interiors did not often reflect the exterior styles which isn't typical in todays world. Francois I began construction on the Chateau Chambord, which was a royal hunting lodge in the loire valley. It consisted of 44 rooms, 84 staircases, and 365 chimneys. While the estate was 14,300 acres of forest, lakes and grassland enclosed by a 22 mile long wall. This building was considered the larges and most majestic of the chateaus. It was also the meeting place of Francois I and Leonardo Da Vinci. This chateau was partially designed by Leonardo Da Vinci. The Chateau de Blois was also constructed during this time. It was an italian prototype with depressed arches. It consisted of low relief ornamentation, asymmetrical organization of openings, the initial "H" flooring, classical pilasters, entablatures, and the Henri IV bedroom. Although, the chateaus most renowned feature was the spiral in the Francois I wing. Also, this is where King Henri III and Henri IV lived.
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Extra Credit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Te8u5B2vLts
Friday, March 18, 2016
Spanish Renaissance - Reviews
Haley: I really liked that haley went into detail on the various different styles during this period, as well as the interiors during this time.
Krista: I really like the way that she split her blog up wight he pictures and words. I also really like the amount of detail she used while explaining the interiors.
Haley: I really liked that haley went into detail on the various different styles during this period, as well as the interiors during this time.
Krista: I really like the way that she split her blog up wight he pictures and words. I also really like the amount of detail she used while explaining the interiors.
Spanish Renaissance
This spanish renaissance was influenced by the Moorish, Early Christian, Medieval, and the Italian Renaissance. The cathedral of seville was located in seville, and was the largest cathedral in the world during this century. It was a traditional gothic style, and was larger than the Hagia Sophia. This building demonstrated the cities great wealth. This cathedral had 80 chapels-500 masses daily with a vaulted ceiling, as well as rajas which are decorative iron grilles. During this time there were two different phases. The first phase being the plateresco phase (silversmiths style). This style was gothic in its construction, with minute and delicate ornament resembled the work of a silversmith. It was used on exteriors, patios, churches, public buildings, and furniture, as well as accessories. The second phase was the Desornamentado phase. This had a very powerful style characterized by austerity. It was applied to court, ecclesiastical and public buildings. It as also had carefully defined proportions. There was another style known as the baroque style which was meant to replace the desornamentado with something more passionate. It was promoted by a family of craftsmen named churrigurea. It had a Churrigueresco style of surface decoration. It also applied to the exterior doorways, interior decorations, and churches. The motifs used in this style were based of natural objects. The use of grill work was very important and was only used during this time period specifically. The interior during this time had the most artistic features. They had colored tiles, ceilings with painted and carved paneling. The plasterwork was white with decorative borders or frames around all of the doors and windows. Floors were in stone, tile, brick or wood. They were also very known for their fine leather work, as well as their oil paintings with richly covered massive gold frames. Furniture during this time was made up of detailed inlay work, as well as carvings, and painting and gilding.
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Extra Credit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWvau5POVd0
This spanish renaissance was influenced by the Moorish, Early Christian, Medieval, and the Italian Renaissance. The cathedral of seville was located in seville, and was the largest cathedral in the world during this century. It was a traditional gothic style, and was larger than the Hagia Sophia. This building demonstrated the cities great wealth. This cathedral had 80 chapels-500 masses daily with a vaulted ceiling, as well as rajas which are decorative iron grilles. During this time there were two different phases. The first phase being the plateresco phase (silversmiths style). This style was gothic in its construction, with minute and delicate ornament resembled the work of a silversmith. It was used on exteriors, patios, churches, public buildings, and furniture, as well as accessories. The second phase was the Desornamentado phase. This had a very powerful style characterized by austerity. It was applied to court, ecclesiastical and public buildings. It as also had carefully defined proportions. There was another style known as the baroque style which was meant to replace the desornamentado with something more passionate. It was promoted by a family of craftsmen named churrigurea. It had a Churrigueresco style of surface decoration. It also applied to the exterior doorways, interior decorations, and churches. The motifs used in this style were based of natural objects. The use of grill work was very important and was only used during this time period specifically. The interior during this time had the most artistic features. They had colored tiles, ceilings with painted and carved paneling. The plasterwork was white with decorative borders or frames around all of the doors and windows. Floors were in stone, tile, brick or wood. They were also very known for their fine leather work, as well as their oil paintings with richly covered massive gold frames. Furniture during this time was made up of detailed inlay work, as well as carvings, and painting and gilding.
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Extra Credit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWvau5POVd0
Saturday, March 5, 2016
Italian Renaissance - Reviews
Madelyn: I really liked how she went into a lot of detain on explaining about Leonardo Da'Vinci. I also really liked the images she chose for her current applications.
Alex: I really liked that Alex talked about the detail going into what makes up the Florence Cathedral.
Madelyn: I really liked how she went into a lot of detain on explaining about Leonardo Da'Vinci. I also really liked the images she chose for her current applications.
Alex: I really liked that Alex talked about the detail going into what makes up the Florence Cathedral.
Italian Renaissance
The Italian Renaissance period took place from 1400 until 1600. It was considered the "rebirth" which began in florence, Italy. During this time the Roman Catholic church became very powerful, there was also a big movement towards humanism, and residential design began to get a lot more popular. Everyone through Italy was interested in the arts; the rich and the poor. In regards to their design style they centered it around comfort, convenience and beauty instead of safety, strength, and protection.
One of the finest achievements of the Italian Renaissance was the Italian Renaissance palace (Palazzo). This palace had power and influences of the prominent families such as the medici family. Lorenzo de' Medici was a prominent family, business man, banker, and patron of the arts. The florence Cathedral was also a very important architectural building during this time. It was constructed by brunellschi who was an architect, sculptor, and mechanical engineer. He was the first acknowledged renaissance architect. Also, this building was inspired by the pantheon. These all followed the renaissance palazzo facade-referring to the general shape, proportion and a cluster of characteristics, rather than a specific design. Such as symmetry, compound repeated window, as well as project cornice.
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Extra Credit:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bWMpG5d-s8
The Italian Renaissance period took place from 1400 until 1600. It was considered the "rebirth" which began in florence, Italy. During this time the Roman Catholic church became very powerful, there was also a big movement towards humanism, and residential design began to get a lot more popular. Everyone through Italy was interested in the arts; the rich and the poor. In regards to their design style they centered it around comfort, convenience and beauty instead of safety, strength, and protection.
One of the finest achievements of the Italian Renaissance was the Italian Renaissance palace (Palazzo). This palace had power and influences of the prominent families such as the medici family. Lorenzo de' Medici was a prominent family, business man, banker, and patron of the arts. The florence Cathedral was also a very important architectural building during this time. It was constructed by brunellschi who was an architect, sculptor, and mechanical engineer. He was the first acknowledged renaissance architect. Also, this building was inspired by the pantheon. These all followed the renaissance palazzo facade-referring to the general shape, proportion and a cluster of characteristics, rather than a specific design. Such as symmetry, compound repeated window, as well as project cornice.
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Extra Credit:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bWMpG5d-s8
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