The goal of this course is to understand the meaning and significance of the works of Frank Lloyd Wright in the context of 19th and 20th century architecture. My role will be to provide a comprehensive overview of the context of modern architecture, and a general introduction to the works of Wright. Yours will be to analyze and understand the works of Wright in depth. The course will be conducted in a seminar format. Regular class attendance and vigorous participation is a must. The semester will conclude with class presentations of your research.
Texts:
Neil Levine, The Architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright, Princeton University Press, 1994.Reserve Readings will be in the Bapst Art Library.
Meryl Secrest, Frank Lloyd Wright, A Biography, University of Chicago Press, 1992.
Anthony Alofsin, The Lost Years
Electronic Resources:
WWW Resources:Owen Jones, A Grammar of Ornament, London, 1856. (excerpts) Select Bibliography on Frank Lloyd Wright WWW link to BC library catalogs Bapst Art Library Home Page Bapst Library Pathfinders for Architecture Avery Index of Architectural Periodicals
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Contact Information:
| Jeffery Howe |
| Devlin 430
552-8586 jeffery.howe@bc.edu Office Hours: Tues-Wed-Th, 11-12, & by appt. |