Main entry:

Forsyth, Ilene H.

Title & Author:

The uses of art : medieval metaphor in the Michigan Law Quadrangle / Ilene H. Forsyth.

Publication:

Ann Arbor : University of Michigan Press, ©1993.

Description:

ix, 105, [48] pages of plates : illustrations, maps ; 27 cm.

Series:

Distinguished senior faculty lecture series

Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
1. Introduction: The Character of the Cook Law Quadrangle -- A Place Apart -- 2. Cook: The Patron as a Mythical Figure -- 3. Determining the Site of the Quadrangle -- 4. Patronage in Pursuit of an Ideal: The Dialectical Process in the Making of the Law Quadrangle -- 5. Modern Uses of Mediaevalia: Thematic Programs in the Quadrangle -- 6. Collegiate Gothic Architecture in America: Sources for the Cook Quadrangle -- 7. Afterword: The Interactive Character of Patronage -- App. A. Inscriptions -- App. B. Subjects in Stained Glass.

Summary:

Long considered distinguished, the buildings of the Cook Law Quadrangle at the University of Michigan form one of the architectural jewels of the campus. In this well-illustrated book, the distinguished art historian Ilene H. Forsyth relates the story of the buildings' making, and she illuminates the meanings of the abundant figures and portraits that decorate the Law Quad's structures. The volume's numerous illustrations help demonstrate the architectural connections between the Cook Law Quadrangle and monastic architecture in Europe. In addition, the author examines the use of medieval metaphors at Michigan as well as in collegiate architecture in the eastern United States, particularly at Princeton and Yale universities. The Uses of Art demonstrates the way in which these collegiate quadrangles are given a quasi-monastic character, which is intended to express the ideals of study and reflection. This splendid volume will naturally be of interest to those who know the beauty of Michigan's Law Quadrangle. In addition, students of medieval life and letters, the history of American education, and the political history of the University of Michigan will also appreciate the book.

ISBN:

0472095064
9780472095063

Subject:

University of Michigan. Law School Buildings.
University of Michigan. Law School
Buildings
Universiteitsgebouwen.
Architecture, Medieval Influence.
Middle Ages Influence.
College buildings Michigan.

Added entries:

Distinguished senior faculty lecture series.

Holdings:

Location: Library main 110681
Call No.: ID LD3285.L38.F67; ID:94-B592
Status: Available