HIS 300 Lecture Notes - Lecture 12: Signify, Jonathan Vance, Sackville, New Brunswick
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John e crowley, taken on the spot" the visual appropriation of new france for the. Reaction against classicism- dissatisfaction with greek and roman forms. English love of natural scenery- inspired a generation of countryside en- Architecture as part of overall scenic composition: blend into natural sur- Country cottage seen as ideal back in the bosom of nature . Picturesque visual effects, silhouettes and textures, and effects of light and. Winding shaded drive; gravel paths; ornamental pools and flower gardens; thusiasts roundings shadow rustic seats; elevated sites. Centre door and large first-floor windows with small panes. Include nature in the composition of the house. Blending of two traditions: fr cdn low hipped roof and picturesque with trellis-like porch. Purest examples found in s. ontario because of br architects well-versed in picturesque principles. Another rare example can be found in brigus, nfld. Picturesque (1810-1830) brought to canada by upper and middle class set- tlers with wealth and upper class whimsy.
