Normand's Parallel of the Orders of Architecture: Greek, Roman and Renaissance
PUBLISHER
Alec Tiranti Ltd, London.
BINDING
Quarter bound Illustrated paper covered boards with red cloth over spine. Brown lettering and design. The boards appear to have originally been light blue.
BOOK CONDITION
Boards are generally worn faded and discoloured, corners bumped with some tearing and scuffing to edges. Hinges a little weakened but binding secure. A few faint foxing spots to block edges and endpapers, but the text and plates are preserved in good condition and remain clear with few noticeable marks. Previous owner's name inside front cover.
DUST JACKET
No.
EDITION
Sixth Tiranti edition 1959 (first published Paris 1819 and in English 1829, first Tiranti edition 1928)
DESCRIPTION
A revised edition of this standard handbook on classical architecture. Introductory essay followed by 80 plates of drawings. 28.5 x 22 cm.
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