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Architecture and the Politics of Gender in Early Modern Europe

Exploring Gender Dynamics in Historical Architectural Contexts

Helen Hills editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:5th Dec '03

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This book explores the connections between gender and architecture in early modern Europe, highlighting the interplay of social class and identity.

This volume brings together essays from leading scholars who explore the intricate connections between gender and the architecture of religion in early modern Europe. Many of the contributors originally presented their findings in sessions chaired by the editor in North America during the late 1990s, highlighting the ongoing relevance of these discussions. The book emphasizes the importance of understanding how architecture influences the construction of gendered identities, a topic that has gained traction in recent years but has often overlooked the early modern period.

The essays delve into the relationships between gender and the built environment, specifically focusing on how architectural practices have shaped societal norms and expectations. While much scholarship has focused on the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, Architecture and the Politics of Gender in Early Modern Europe shifts the lens back to a crucial era that significantly impacts our understanding of gender and sexuality. The contributors argue that the early modern period is essential for comprehending the complexities of gender dynamics within architectural contexts.

A central theme of the book is the intersection of gender with social class, providing a more nuanced understanding of how these factors interplay within the architectural landscape. By examining these intersections, the volume makes a substantial contribution to the analysis of social relations and the role of architecture in shaping them, particularly in relation to gender. This work is vital for anyone interested in the historical implications of architecture on societal structures.

'A significant collection that sheds light on both well-known and less-familiar patrons, monuments, and practitioners, while highlighting issues to do with masculinities, femininities and the built environment in early modern Europe.' Sheila ffolliott, Professor of Art History, George Mason University, USA

’... an important contribution to the study of gender and space in early modern Europe.’ Urban History

ISBN: 9780754603092

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 566g

286 pages