Esther M. Zimmer Lederberg
St. Mary Changing Daytime Shadows & Orthogonal Views

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St. Mary Changing Daytime Shadows Orthogonal views
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Alberti's theory of architecture was based upon dimensions consistent with harmony and the proportions found in god's greatest creation: man. However, Alberti's views concerning architecture had opponents. Based upon the views of Longinus in his book, "The Sublime", allowed the unity or combination of opposing "styles", such as the architectural styles of the Renaissance, with the Baroque, the Gothic, etc. Unities of "male" with "female", etc. Thus different parts of a building might strongly clash. Furthermore, while Renaissance architecture emphasized linear perspective, orthogonal views are found in architectural design, and light and shadows found at different times of the day are emphasized. Mouldings could be used in the room interiors to create special shadow effects, as well.

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