"Practical Hints Upon Landscape Gardening: With Some Remarks On Domestic Architecture, As Connected With Scenery" GILPIN, William S.
$4,500
GILPIN, William S.
[228] pp.
T. Cadell, Strand
1832
Ex-libris: The Duke & Duchess of Windsor
Sotheby's New York September 11-19, 1997
9 1/4" x 6"
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Practical Hints Upon Landscape Gardening: With Some Remarks On Domestic Architecture, As Connected With Scenery is a book by William Sawrey Gilpin, published in 1832 or 1835, offering advice on combining landscape and domestic design. It was considered culturally significant and part of the knowledge base of its time, influencing writers and landscape artists such as John Constable and William Wordsworth. The work was selected by scholars and remains true to the original artifact, reflecting important ideas of nature, art, and landscape from the 19th century.
About the Book
Author: William Sawrey Gilpin (1762-1843)
Title: Practical Hints Upon Landscape Gardening: With Some Remarks On Domestic Architecture, As Connected With Scenery
Publication: Published around 1832-1835 in London.
Significance: The book was influential during the 19th century, influencing ideas about the relationship between artificial and natural landscapes. It is considered a culturally important work.
Key Concepts
Domestic Architecture: Gilpin's work connects domestic architecture to the overall landscape, suggesting that buildings and natural scenery should be harmoniously integrated.
The Picturesque: Although the term "picturesque" was most notably associated with Uvedale Price, Gilpin's work was influenced by this movement, which emphasized irregular and varied aspects of nature and landscape design.