William Burges and the High Victorian Dream

J. Mordaunt Crook, 2013

Overview

William Burges (1827-81) was a leading Victorian architect, renowned for his distinctive buildings and innovative designs in furniture and jewelry. He envisioned numerous projects, leaving a legacy of remarkable creations. Burges was a highly learned, inventive, and influential figure in Victorian London, known for his sharp intellect and eccentric personality, deeply inspired by medieval aesthetics.

Who it's for

• Students and enthusiasts of Victorian architecture and design.
• Readers interested in the lives of influential 19th-century artists and architects.
• Those fascinated by medievalism and its impact on Victorian art.

Key features

• Hardcover edition.
• 384 pages.
• Published in 2013.
• ISBN: 9780711233492.
• Published by Frances Lincoln.
• Features extensive color illustrations.