59 - [ARCHITECTURE - BELGIUM] - SCHAYES, Antoine-Guillaume-Bernard

[ARCHITECTURE - BELGIUM] - SCHAYES, Antoine-Guillaume-Bernard Thesis on Ogival Architecture in Belgium, in response to the following question: When did ogival architecture—improperly referred to as Gothic—first appear in Belgium? What distinctive characteristics did this architectural style take on there during different periods? [Brussels, M. Hayez, 1840–1841]. In-4°. Brown half-maroquin. Spine (faded) smooth. A tear starting at the first joint, normal wear and tear, foxing. First edition and first printing (published in Volume XIV of the *Mémoires couronnés par l’Académie royale des sciences et belles-lettres de Bruxelles*) of this seminal treatise on archaeology and art history in Belgium. Awarded a prize by the Brussels Academy, this work by Schayes (1808–1859) constitutes the very first attempt at a critical inventory and chronological periodization of the Gothic (so-called “ogival”) style on Belgian territory. In it, the author examines the introduction of the ogive, its regional variations, and provides an exhaustive list of the most notable artists and monuments built throughout the country. The volume includes the valuable Supplement read at the session on January 9, 1841. Illustrated with 3 separate plates. References: Claes, Bibliography of the History of Art in Belgium, 412. Provenance: from the library of Philippe Kervyn of Volkaersbeke (ex-libris + library label)