General Plan of the Alhambra Print 2

England, c. 1844

16 x 23 in (41 x 58 cm)

ID #FF1APK5-L-06

An aerial view of the Alhambra, with a key on the bottom left. Colors include light pink, yellow, and green. The outside perimeters are marked as well.

This print comes from a compilation of plans, elevations, sections and details or the famous Alhambra. The Alhambra is a feat of Islamic architecture, a palace in Grenada, Spain. This book was created from the drawings of architects Jules Goury and Owen Jones. Jones was known for his eye for design and is often attributed with being a pioneer of modern color theory. His attention to detail is recognized in his works in this compilation. The works of Goury included in this compilation were drawings done on site at the Alhambra in 1834.

Publisher: Owen Jones

Year: c. 1844

Condition: Good, do note some wear and yellowing along the corners and sides, as well as foxing throughout the image.

1800s 250-500 architecture design islamic art moorish moors palace size-16x23 spain

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