| Description |
168 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Contents |
Bilateral symmetry -- Translatory, rotational, and related symmetries -- Ornamental symmetry -- Crystals: the general mathematical idea of symmetry -- Determination of all finite groups of proper rotation in 3-space -- Inclusion of improper rotations |
| Summary |
Dr. Weyl presents a masterful and fascinating survey of the applications of the principle of symmetry in sculpture, painting, architecture, ornament, and design; its manifestations in organic and inorganic nature; and its philosophical and mathematical significance. -- Scientific American |
| Notes |
Includes index |
| Bibliography |
"Preface and bibliographical remarks": 5th and 6th prelim. pages |
| Subject |
Aesthetics.
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Proportion (Art)
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Aesthetics.
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Proportion (Art)
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Symmetry (Art)
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Symmetry.
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| LC no. |
52005830 |
| ISBN |
0691023743 |
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0691080453 (hardback) |
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9780691023748 |
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9780691080451 (hardback) |
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