Background
Scully,, Vincent Joseph was born in 1920 in New Haven.
(As the definitive study of the complex inspirations and c...)
As the definitive study of the complex inspirations and cultural influences that were fused in the Shingle Style of wooden suburban and resort buildings of the period 1872 to 1889, Mr. Scully's book has received much critical acclaim. He presents the published designs and the written statements of the architects, as well as contemporary criticisms of the buildings to analyze the development of the Shingle Style from Richardson's early work to Wright's first house in Oak Park. An analysis of the Colonial Revival is central to the work, which is now enhanced by the addition of an extensive related chapter on the "Stick Style" of the mid-century. A new preface has been added and the bibliography and footnotes are brought up to date. "The last section of the book, on the origins and early development of Frank Lloyd Wright, is one of Scully's best. This chapter...shows a mature understanding and a just handling of the academic tradition and of the early work of one of America's greatest architects."-The Art Bulletin "Scully's research is exhaustive, his scholarship impeccable. His illustrations alone form a gold mine of information on the period."-Journal of the Society of Architectural Historians
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( Designed in 1908 as a suburban residence for a Chicago ...)
Designed in 1908 as a suburban residence for a Chicago businessman, the Robie House embodied the full spirit of Frank Lloyd Wright’s pioneering "prairie school" of design. Today, this masterpiece of modern architecture remains a classic example of the builder’s ideas and ideals. Long, low, streamlined and exemplary of the prairie’s spaciousness, the Robie House profoundly influenced the course of American architecture — so much so that a model of Wright’s innovative structure has long been on display at the Museum of Modern Art in Manhattan. Now model builders as well as lovers of fine architecture can construct an accurate three-dimensional model of the Robie House, and thereby discover for themselves the harmonious interrelationships of parts and numerous other design details that make this home a world-famous architectural masterpiece. Printed in full color on sturdy card stock, the model comes complete with step-by-step instructions and exploded diagrams. A series of multi-level horizontal planes includes balconies, platforms, a porch and entrance court, while easy-to-follow directions clearly explain how to cut, fold and glue walls, doorways, windows, roof and other features. Students of architecture, miniaturists and paper engineers will delight in recreating an outstanding example of American residential architecture, which, in Wright’s own words, has become "a source of worldwide inspiration."
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Scully,, Vincent Joseph was born in 1920 in New Haven.
Entered Yale University at age 16. Bachelor in English, Yale University, 1940. Master of Arts in art history, Yale University, 1947.
Doctor of Philosophy in art history, Yale University, 1949.
Member faculty art history Yale University, New Haven, 1949—1991, professor art history, 1961-1991, Sterling Professor Emeritus of the History of Art, since 1991, master Morse College, 1969—1975. Distinguished visiting professor School Architecture University Miami, since 1992. Served United States Marine Corps, 1941-1946.
(As the definitive study of the complex inspirations and c...)
( Designed in 1908 as a suburban residence for a Chicago ...)
(Absolutely essential book for understanding Greek temples)
Married Susannah (Nancy) Keith, 1942 (divorced 1965). Married Marian La Follette Wohl (divorced 1978). Married Catherine Lynn, 1980.