{"product_id":"the-united-states-capitol-its-architecture-and-decoration","title":"The United States Capitol: Its Architecture and Decoration","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis wonderfully illustrated volume traces the architectural antecedents and building history of the magnificent U.S. Capitol. The U.S. Capitol  the building that houses the legislative branch of our government and a landmark that attracts 3-5 million visitors each year  has its origins in an architectural competition devised by George Washington. The winning design  submitted by William Thornton  combined \"grandeur  simplicity  and convenience.\" Construction began in August 1793  but progress made during the following decade was less than satisfactory. English architect Benjamin Henry Latrobe was brought in by Thomas Jefferson in 1803 to oversee the work  which was finally completed under Charles Bulfinch in 1829. The U.S. Capitol is regarded by many as the finest example of classical architecture in America. This profusely illustrated book offers a detailed description of the buildings exterior  its unsurpassed ornamentation  and the richness of its rooms. An illustrated glossary of architectural terms used and a section of brief biographies of persons associated with the Capitol are also provided as tools for the reader. 150 color plates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44945961910325,"sku":"ByrdShop_0393038319","price":66.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780393038316.jpg?v=1769916556","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-united-states-capitol-its-architecture-and-decoration","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}