To begin my adventure into our culture, I chose to visit the Ringling Museum in Sarasota. My grandmother took my mother and aunt to visit this museum when they were in high school, so it seemed fitting. Since I have never been to a real museum, I decided this would be an excellent first trip. Stemming from my research, I am anticipating multiple beautiful pieces of art from several different time periods due to the fact that John and Mable were serious art collectors. I am extremely excited to witness the Ringling mansion because, from what I have read, it is truly a piece of art within itself. Initially, I am feeling quite anxious because this is an all new experience and I truly cannot wait to experience this beautiful place. After some …show more content…
Every piece had deep meaning and after learning about John and Mable’s lives, I could not help but think of even deeper meaning behind the whole collection. In that moment, we arrived at the Cà d’Zan (Venetian for “House of John). This mansion was not like anything I have ever seen before. “Architectural genius” is the only phrase I could think of while stepping into the three story mansion built for Mable Ringling. John Ringling was deeply in love with his wife, Mable. To show his undying love for her, he constructed a mansion in the style she loved most, Venetian Gothic. With the help of Dwight James Baum and Owen Burns his vision was realized in …show more content…
As a whole, the architecture is immensely pleasing to the eye. Once I looked closer at individual pieces of the building, I realized how much work and design went into the construction of these walls. The walls are not just brick, but they are colored brick, which were laid in a pattern that perfectly complements the Venetian Gothic style. Overlooking the Sarasota Bay is the Cà d’Zan Porch. The flooring is made of several different types of marble laid in a unique pattern that aligns with the Venetian style. Along with the humongous porch are steps leading to the bay. These steps were carved from different marble slabs than the slabs used for the porch, but create a genius contrast between
When most people hear the name “Ringling” they think of the Ringling brother, known for their world famous circus. Besides their world-renowned circus, one of the brothers, John Ringling, had a vast collection of art pieces in his Florida mansion. His collection grew so big; he decided to build a museum to display his collection of art. The Ringling museum is located in Sarasota, Florida. The Ringling museum is comprised of multiple buildings. The museum itself, which holds all the art and has a gardens filled with sculptures and elegant architecture. Next to the museum is the circus museum, filled of wonders from their circus; and finally, john Ringling 's lavish mansion. I will focus on two specific pieces from the fine art museum. The Ringling museum has a
The Newport Coast structure that sits on the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Newport Coast Dr. is one of many examples of Mediterranean-inspired architecture in Southern California. The building is clearly influenced by Roman architecture and stands out among the standard Spanish-looking villas and mission-type buildings. The structure lies near one of California's wealthiest neighborhoods, Newport Beach and acts as sort of a grand entrance to Newport Coast Dr. There are two of these structures which sit on opposite sides of Newport Coast Dr., framed by only a few palm trees and evergreens. Drivers passing along Southern California's coastline can catch a quick glimpse of these impressive buildings. The Newport Coast structure is constructed of concrete and painted a light beige. Eight thick columns support the extremely large entablature-like face of the structure. As architecture in a typically conservative Orange County, the Newport Coast structure dominates its surroundings.
The historical text of the Also, the style of the building is very complex, making it fairly similar to the artistic artworks the Romans would construct. Once you view and understand the different artistic styles certain artworks have, it is easier and much more interesting to find the magnificent beauty in arts
I went to the Gorman Museum on Sunday to check out the artwork for this assignment. Initially, I was expecting like the Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento with many mediums of artworks such as sculpture, oil paintings, water paintings, etc. When I got there, it was a small room. Perhaps, a bit spacious than a single car garage. There are handful of different artworks and there were a few that caught my attention.
Identify: Many people that appreciate art will visit big art museums like the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, Georgia. Personally, I think small town artist have more to them. In the northeastern tip of Georgia there is a small town called Rabun County. I visited the Crawford Art Gallery in Clayton, Georgia. This gallery is a small two story building full of Broderick Crawford’s artwork. His work is shown downstairs while his art studio resides upstairs. Crawford has always been a resident of these North Georgia Mountains. owns his own gallery filled with his art work. My favorite was the California Quail painted in 2015. This is a 13x18 inch painting by Broderick Crawford. He used acrylic paint to construct his work. Skilled artist. Observers
Having a place to take a glance at the beauty of history or observe similar things of your own interest is very nice, a museum does the job just right. Many things must be considered before a person can responsibly and safely secure a new work of art or an artifact for a museum. Cost, variety and safety are the first three factor that comes to mind when are dealing with artifacts that displayed in a museum. Is important to be cautious when we are dealing with art works, not to damage or misplace them so our posterity have a chance to look at what we looked at.
I truly enjoyed this museum trip with my family! My first impression as I got out of the parking lot was the massiveness of that place. When I looked around, I saw nothing but huge mountains covered in yellow grass and an eagle flying circles in the sky. The location of this museum was a great choice and definitely attracts many people. As I walked towards the main entrance, I saw an opened huge gate with the fountain and titanic boat inside. I immediately ran inside to take lots of pictures. Then, I walked inside of the museum to purchase the tickets for my family and I.
audi's style could be described as a mix of Art Nouveau and his own unique organic style, which was influenced by shapes and structures from the natural world. One of Gaudi's most impressive and beautiful buildings is Casa Batlló. Gaudí designed the building for Josep Batlló, a wealthy aristocrat, as an upmarket home. He had asked Gaudi to tear down the old one to reconstruct a new one. Gaudí managed to convince Battló to remodel the existing building instead of tearing it down, and between 1904 and 1906 he redesigned the facade and roof, added an extra floor and completely remodeled the interior. This building clearly illustrated Gaudi’s work. His use of flowing organic lines are evident and can be seen in my details in the structure. There are no sharp edges or straight lines but the walls feel as a membrane composed of ceramics, or rather waves on the ocean. Much of the façade is decorated with mosaics made of tiles that start in shades of golden orange moving into greenish blues. Not only that but it also seems that it is made form bones and stones. The "Skulls" are in fact balconies and the "bones" are supporting pillars. As you enter the building, the viewers greeted with a wide and curving stairway, which leads to the second floor of the building and the main rooms of the Batlló apartment. Where as the roof is made as though it is a spine of a huge reptile. In the center of the building, Gaudí expanded the existing patio and installed a large skylight. He placed the elevator shaft and stairwell inside here, while incorporating a way to distribute light evenly through the building. The long gallery of the main suite, the Noble Floor, overlooking Passeig de Gràcia, is composed of wooden-framed windows which are opened and clo...
On Thursday the 21st 2016 I attended the Blanton Museum of Art located in Austin on the campus of the University of Texas. When I was looking for art museum’s to attend to I noticed that the Blanton Museum was the first museum to pop up on the internet, which made me think that this would be the best museum for me to go to for this project. When looking up this museum I learned it is one of the biggest in Texas with about 18,000 pieces and it was founded in 1963. After I entered the Blanton, there was a huge opening in the middle with a staircase at the back. I had the choice of entering the section of the museum that holds the temporary pieces to the left or going up the stairs to the second floor which holds the permanent pieces
Analyzing a floor plan provides insight into how the residents would interact with the home. Investigating the layout shows how rooms worked together with one another and their residents. The home also provides insight into how the homeowner would interact with the servants. Viewing the exterior of the home provides an idea of the interior’s decoration and them. However while analyzing the floor plan provides insight into the home and its inhabitants comparing it to another building style allows a full understanding of its characteristics. The Charleston single house and the Victorian home have many similarities in social and labor function. However they both uniquely show their relation to the time periods in which they were constructed.
One pleasant afternoon, my classmates and I decided to visit the Houston Museum of Fine Arts to begin on our museum assignment in world literature class. According to Houston Museum of Fine Art’s staff, MFAH considers as one of the largest museums in the nation and it contains many variety forms of art with more than several thousand years of unique history. Also, I have never been in a museum in a very long time especially as big as MFAH, and my experience about the museum was unique and pleasant. Although I have observed many great types and forms of art in the museum, there were few that interested me the most.
There is a Romanesque style in the arched windows and the brick walls. The Beaux-Arts tradition is a T-shaped floor plan. The building measures 75 feet in diameter with three wings. The Rotunda’s walls are made of Italian marble and the floors have mosaic tile. The statue in the center of the floor is called “Three Muses.”
As known, architecture defines a place and gives it its own style. Castello Brown is a famous castle, known as the highest point above the harbor of Portofino, Italy. The castle is made of old stones, which got dusty as the time passed, and surrounded by trees. The old England flag, on its peak, waving with the breezy air. As you enter, the antique chandelier welcomes you to the place. The castle is peaceful and quiet; all you can hear is the sound of people’s footsteps and doors cracks. Another place that is well put together is Church of San Giorgo, a religious site in the harbor. The church is painted in yellow. It looks like an old house to fit in the architecture of Portofino. Hearing the harsh voice of the unlocking process of the green old steel door will make you more eager to see how this church looks like from the inside. The tall and bolded poles, made of white marble, catches your sight when you first step a foot in. The poles give you the feeling that this place will never fall. The checkered marble on the floor, ...
With Spanish power and the Christian faith came European culture and new forms of building. On the tropical landscape rose City walls, fortresses, government buildings, churches, convents and grand houses. The builders of the period included Spanish friars, Chinese and native artisans, architects from the peninsula and the maestros de obras. The natives learned to work with bricks and stone, and had to contend with the intricate pf the baroque and rococo. An elegant two-story, rectangular town house, the Antillan house is easily recognizable from its massive stone first floor contrasting with a light and airy second floor, capiz windows running around its sides and wide tile roofs. The main entrance is guarded by a heavy plank door studded with wrought-iron or brass nails which opens unto a large Zaguan or patio paved with granite or bricks. A . One existing example of architecture in this era is the Vigan houses located in Ilocos. Vigan houses are derived from the sturdier look and stronger construction of the whole house, a result of the Ilocano householder’s character. The Ilocanos believes in frugality, solidity, durability and no non-sense practicality. Main floors and walls are built with limestones, corals, even hallow-blocks and cement thus creating an extra floor of living space. The Ilocano house is highly functional and relatively free from useless decorative items. The other
Furniture enjoys a long and illustrious presence in our dwellings. It changed its form and style according to the tastes of the time. The ornate baroque furniture that once graced the grand abodes of the era is now confined to the museums around the world. Many of the opulent articles of a later date like those designed by Hector Guimard, Émile Gallé or Louis Majorelle became a part of an ongoing evolution of the furniture.