The City of Domes: A Walk with an Architect About the Courts and Palaces of the Panama-Pacific International Exposition, with a Discussion of Its Architecture, Its Sculpture, Its Mural Decorations, Its Coloring and Its Lighting, Preceded by a History of Its Growth
The City of Domes: A Walk with an Architect About the Courts and Palaces of the Panama-Pacific International Exposition, with a Discussion of Its Architecture, Its Sculpture, Its Mural Decorations, Its Coloring and Its Lighting, Preceded by a History of Its Growth
Architecture, Art, History - American
The City of Domes, written by John D. Barry, provides a historical account of the Panama-Pacific International Exposition held in San Francisco in 1915. The book details the architectural, sculptural, and decorative elements of the exposition, which celebrated the opening of the Panama Canal. Barry discusses the planning and inspiration behind the event, including key figures and funding strategies, as well as the recovery efforts following the 1906 earthquake. This work offers insight into the collaborative efforts that shaped this significant cultural milestone.
