Description
William Burges was one of the most imaginative designers of the nineteenth century. Regarded by many as an eccentric, Burges had a passion for Gothic art-architecture. This guide looks at Burges' early commissions and his work at St Fin Barre's Cathedral, Yorkshire, Cardiff Castle, Castell Coch, Knightshayes and Tower House, London. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British art, history, heritage and travel.
About the Author
Matthew Williams is an art and architectural historian and curator of Cardiff Castle, one of Britain's finest Gothic Revival castles. He is especially interested in nineteenth and twentieth century design and as a recognised expert in the work of designer William Burges, authored William Burges for Pitkin.Matthew Williams is an art and architectural historian and curator of Cardiff Castle, one of Britain's finest Gothic Revival castles. He is especially interested in nineteenth and twentieth century design and as a recognised expert in the work of designer William Burges, authored William Burges for Pitkin.
Book Information
ISBN 9781841651392
Author Matthew Williams
Format Paperback
Page Count 24
Imprint Pitkin Publishing
Publisher Batsford Ltd