The geometry of art and life

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This classic study probes the geometric interrelationships between art and life in discussions that range from Plato, Pythagoras and Archimedes to modern architecture and art, flowers, shells and marine life, the human face and much, much more. Also explored: the Golden Section, geometrical shapes on the plane, geometrical shapes in space, crystal lattices and many other fascinating topics.

Author(s): Matila Ghyka
Publisher: Dover Publications
Year: 1977

Language: English
Pages: 206
City: New York