Carlo Scarpa

by Robert McCarter (Editor)

Carlo Scarpa (1906-1978) is a unique figure in the Modern movement and his work in fact challenged, and continues to challenge, accepted notions of modern architecture. While several books have been published on the subject of Scarpa, the majority narrow in their focus, no comprehensive monograph has been produced to date and certainly not approaching the breadth and depth proposed here by Robert McCarter, who has developed a reputation and following for his meticulously researched, experentially-based, and jargon-free accounts of key figures in Modern architecture. This book will provide the definitive study of Scarpa's many accomplishments, including such works at the Canova Museum, the Castelvechhio Museum, the Brion Cemetery, among others.

Genres: Architecture

288 pages, Hardcover

First published September 30, 2013

Reviews

[Yousseif Abdellatif · Rating 3 out of 5]

Look, Carlo Scarpa is the rare book where the hype actually undersold it. Robert McCarter has a sharp ear, a sharper eye, and a sense of timing that's almost unfair. I found maybe two weak pages total. Recommend for basically anyone with a pulse and an attention span, skip only if you refuse to enjoy things.

[Henrique Babo · Rating 5 out of 5]

O arquiteto por detrás da imprime ação de Villeneuve para a adaptação ao cinema do Duna.

É claro que tinha de explorar as suas obras arquitectónicas. Lindo.

[Yousseif Abdellatif · Rating 4 out of 5]

I started Carlo Scarpa on a plane and finished it before landing, which is kind of a record for me. McCarter, Robert keeps the pages light and the stakes sneaky, no fluff, no show. It's a snack, not a feast. Perfect for travel, skip if you want something to sink your teeth into.

[Sonntag · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best Carlo Scarpa Monograph To Date-

This is the best Carlo Scarpa monograph to date! From my observation, this is the highlights of his previous published works in combination with new unpublished materials. The book contains great photographs of his work, clean images of his beautiful drawings, and historic photographs of his time. The format of the book is also playful but tasteful with a well designed cover. The writing is comprehensive and easy to read with good details of his life in relationship to his work. An absolute must have if you give a dame about Mr. Scarpa, or architecture!



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