MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800
THOMAS JEFFERSON
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Thomas Jefferson’s passion for architecture led to projects that became the main source of income for his family.
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Thomas Jefferson’s architectural planning and design were integral in making Washington. D.C., the city it is today.
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Thomas Jefferson was a human being of many talents, as skilled in the field of architecture as he was in politics.
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Thomas Jefferson was a talented, innovative architect who was influenced by his admiration for European structure and design.
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Detailed explanation-1: -In addition to planning public buildings, Jefferson designed Monticello and several other Virginia homes, often for friends. He designed his retreat home, Poplar Forest, in the shape of an octagon, a form that intrigued Jefferson as an architect.
Detailed explanation-2: -Monticello is a prime example of what is now called Jeffersonian architecture, which is an American version of the European movement called Neoclassicism, the revival of ancient Greek and Roman styles.
Detailed explanation-3: -By helping to introduce classical architecture to the United States, Jefferson intended to reinforce the ideals behind the classical past: democracy, education, rationality, civic responsibility.
Detailed explanation-4: -Hallmarks of Jeffersonian Style White Columns-White painted columns, with classic moulding, are easily the most recognized characteristic of the Jeffersonian style of architecture. The columns stand out against the red brick and bespeak the elegance of this classic accoutrement.