Building Materials : The Mode of Testing Building Materials, and an Account of The Marble Used in The Extension of The United States Capital. Written by Joseph Henry. An article published by the Smithsonian Institution in 1856; 8 pages.

TESTING BUILDING MATERIALS AND THE MARBLE OF THE CAPITOL EXTENSION

Published by Smithsonian Institution, Washington, 1856

About this Item

An account of contemporary methods for assessing the strength and durability of construction materials, followed by a description of the marble selected for the Capitol extension and the reasons for its adoption. 8 pages. An authentic standalone article, extracted from a larger volume. Not a reprint or reproduction, but an original work in its own right. Preserved in a modern card cover, prepared for practicality - an unassuming but serviceable presentation that favours function over finery. Size: 16 x 24 cms. Category: Smithsonian Institution; Cosmo Books : 29 years on ABE, 47 years taking care of customers. A bookseller you can rely on.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Building Materials : The Mode of Testing Building Materials, and an Account of The Marble Used in The Extension of The United States Capital. Written by Joseph Henry. An article published by the Smithsonian Institution in 1856; 8 pages.
• Publisher: Smithsonian Institution, Washington
• Publication Date: 1856
• Binding: Booklet - Unbound Pages
• Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Smithsonian Institution