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Glass Pyramid
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Glass Pyramid
An analysis of the 1988 Paris edifice by the Chinese-American architect I.M. Pei at the entrance to Louvre Museum.
3,600 words (approx. 14.4 pages) |
12 sources |
1992
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"This paper will be concerned with the Glass Pyramid, which is located at the entrance to the Louvre Museum in Paris. Unveiled in 1988, the Glass Pyramid was designed by the esteemed Chinese-American architect I. M. Pei. This structure is an important work because it provides an example of the introduction of modern architecture into a historic context. The Louvre has existed since the late 12th century A.D., and it has undergone many architectural changes over the course of the years. As a result of these changes, the buildings of the Louvre complex show a variety of different architectural styles. Pei's Glass Pyramid adds an element of modernism to this conglomeration of historical styles. As such, it helps to bring the Louvre up to date. An important feature of the Glass Pyramid is that it modernizes the Louvre without detracting from the beauty of the historic..."More papers on Glass Pyramid:
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Glass Pyramid (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 11, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Research-Paper-Glass-Pyramid/19308
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"Glass Pyramid" 15 January 2012. Web. 11 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Research-Paper-Glass-Pyramid/19308>
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