Author: Otto Hoever
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486138305
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 676
Book Description
Over 450 black-and-white photos, royalty-free, show great ironwork from all over Europe — doors, gates, railings, grilles, lanterns, candelabra, firedogs, chandeliers, much more.
A Pictorial Encyclopedia of Decorative Ironwork
Author: Otto Hoever
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486138305
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 676
Book Description
Over 450 black-and-white photos, royalty-free, show great ironwork from all over Europe — doors, gates, railings, grilles, lanterns, candelabra, firedogs, chandeliers, much more.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486138305
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 676
Book Description
Over 450 black-and-white photos, royalty-free, show great ironwork from all over Europe — doors, gates, railings, grilles, lanterns, candelabra, firedogs, chandeliers, much more.
The Grove Encyclopedia of Decorative Arts
Author: Gordon Campbell
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0195189485
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 1277
Book Description
The Grove Encyclopedia of Decorative Arts covers thousands of years of decorative arts production throughout western and non-western culture. With over 1,000 entries, as well as hundreds drawn from the 34-volume Dictionary of Art, this topical collection is a valuable resource for those interested in the history, practice, and mechanics of the decorative arts. Accompanied by almost 100 color and more than 500 black and white illustrations, the 1,290 pages of this title include hundreds of entries on artists and craftsmen, the qualities and historic uses of materials, as well as concise definitions on art forms and style. Explore the works of Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, and the Wiener Wekstatte, or delve into the history of Navajo blankets and wing chairs in thousands of entries on artists, craftsmen, designers, workshops, and decorative art forms.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0195189485
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 1277
Book Description
The Grove Encyclopedia of Decorative Arts covers thousands of years of decorative arts production throughout western and non-western culture. With over 1,000 entries, as well as hundreds drawn from the 34-volume Dictionary of Art, this topical collection is a valuable resource for those interested in the history, practice, and mechanics of the decorative arts. Accompanied by almost 100 color and more than 500 black and white illustrations, the 1,290 pages of this title include hundreds of entries on artists and craftsmen, the qualities and historic uses of materials, as well as concise definitions on art forms and style. Explore the works of Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, and the Wiener Wekstatte, or delve into the history of Navajo blankets and wing chairs in thousands of entries on artists, craftsmen, designers, workshops, and decorative art forms.
How to Write a Historic Structure Report
Author: David Arbogast
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393733602
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
A one-of-a-kind, step-by-step guide to compiling an HSR—a document crucial to every professional working on a historic property. Any architect, engineer, or preservation professional renovating a historic property must be familiar with the historic structure report (HSR)—a document that evaluates all aspects of a property to minimize damage during restoration. The only book of its kind, this practical guide walks readers through the process of compiling an HSR. From gathering historical and archival data about the property to analyzing its structural, mechanical, and electrical components to assessing the state of its interior finish, including wood, masonry, and metals, this book covers all the nuts and bolts of an expertly written, informative HSR. Explaining what information should be included in each section and how investigators can work together effectively as a team to produce a comprehensive, coherent report, this handbook is one no professional should be without.
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393733602
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
A one-of-a-kind, step-by-step guide to compiling an HSR—a document crucial to every professional working on a historic property. Any architect, engineer, or preservation professional renovating a historic property must be familiar with the historic structure report (HSR)—a document that evaluates all aspects of a property to minimize damage during restoration. The only book of its kind, this practical guide walks readers through the process of compiling an HSR. From gathering historical and archival data about the property to analyzing its structural, mechanical, and electrical components to assessing the state of its interior finish, including wood, masonry, and metals, this book covers all the nuts and bolts of an expertly written, informative HSR. Explaining what information should be included in each section and how investigators can work together effectively as a team to produce a comprehensive, coherent report, this handbook is one no professional should be without.
How We Invented the Airplane
Author: Orville Wright
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486135691
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
This fascinating firsthand account covers the Wright Brothers' early experiments, construction of planes and motors, first flights, and much more. Introduction and commentary by Fred C. Kelly. 76 photographs.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486135691
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
This fascinating firsthand account covers the Wright Brothers' early experiments, construction of planes and motors, first flights, and much more. Introduction and commentary by Fred C. Kelly. 76 photographs.
The 1912 and 1915 Gustav Stickley Craftsman Furniture Catalogs
Author: Gustav Stickley
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486138763
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
With over 200 detailed illustrations and descriptions, these two catalogs are essential reading and reference materials and identification guides for Stickley furniture. Captions cite materials, dimensions, and prices.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486138763
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
With over 200 detailed illustrations and descriptions, these two catalogs are essential reading and reference materials and identification guides for Stickley furniture. Captions cite materials, dimensions, and prices.
The Publishers Weekly
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Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 918
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 918
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The Anvil's Ring
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Category : Art metal-work
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art metal-work
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
Bibliographic Guide to Art and Architecture
Author: New York Public Library. Art and Architecture Division
Publisher:
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Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 554
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 554
Book Description
American Farriers' Journal
Author: Henry Heymering
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Horseshoeing
Languages : en
Pages : 956
Book Description
Includes American Farriar's Association newsletter.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Horseshoeing
Languages : en
Pages : 956
Book Description
Includes American Farriar's Association newsletter.
A Diderot Pictorial Encyclopedia of Trades and Industry
Author: Denis Diderot
Publisher:
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Category : Industrial arts
Languages : en
Pages : 426
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Industrial arts
Languages : en
Pages : 426
Book Description