A.W.N. Pugin
Drawing
Über das Werk
These designs are part of a group of ten sheets of preliminary designs and working drawings within the V&A collection by Pugin for the ceiling of the House of Lords Chamber. They represent preliminary ideas which were not carried out. All except one are weak designs which may be the work of J.G. Crace.
Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin (1812-52) is widely considered as one of the most significant and influential architects, designers and theorists of the 19th century. Following his conversion to Catholicism in 1835, he identified the Gothic style with Christian architecture and his work and writings inspired and framed the Gothic Revival. In 'Contrasts', published in 1836, he condemned classical forms and ardently praised 14th and 15th-century architecture. Pugin is best remembered for his work on the Palace of Westminster.
Victoria and Albert Museum
Angaben
- Inventarnummer
- E.2749-1914
