What inspired human beings to build places like this?
This is the Palais Garnier opera house, built in 1875.
It is a symbol of Paris and of "Napoleon III" style architecture, combining the aesthetic elements of Baroque, the classicism of Palladio, and Renaissance architecture.
This is the Palais Garnier opera house, built in 1875.
It is a symbol of Paris and of "Napoleon III" style architecture, combining the aesthetic elements of Baroque, the classicism of Palladio, and Renaissance architecture.
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A monument is a great work when, by its nature, it becomes a part of the public domain, like a public square or a street.
〜 Napoleon Bonaparte。
Napoleon Bonaparte's impact on architecture and urban planning during his reign as Emperor of France from 1804 to 1815. This article explores his legacy, including the creation of public monuments, a national style of architecture, and urban infrastructure projects.
What did Napoleon really want from his architects?
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What did Napoleon really want from his architects?
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What did Napoleon really want from his architects?
The emperor of France longed to rival the emperors of Rome, reorganising the great cities of Europe and creating a few of his own, writes Barry Bergdoll