Hints To Young Architects, Calculated To Facilitate Their Practical Operations; With Additional Notes, And Hints To Persons About Building In The Country by A;J. Downing
Published by John Wiley, New York, 1851
- Hardcover
- Used

Seller: Royoung Bookseller, Inc. ABAA, Ardsley, NY, U.S.A.Royoung Bookseller, Inc. ABAA
AbeBooks seller since November 27, 1996
Condition: Used
US$ 170.00
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketItem description from seller
[50] 157 pages. 24 x 15 cm. Illustrated with woodcuts. First published 1846 in London. HITCHCOCK 1401. Scattered intermittent foxing heavier in the first few and last leaves. An early version of today's "How To" book, with the admonition "to employ the best professional service within one's reach, in the shape of an experienced architect." Orig. dark brown cloth embossed in blind, backstrip decorated and lettered in gilt. Near fine.
Seller Inventory # 22644
Bibliographic details
- Title
- Hints To Young Architects, Calculated To Facilitate Their Practical Operations; With Additional Notes, And Hints To Persons About Building In The Country by A;J. Downing
- Author
- Wightwick, George
- Publisher
- John Wiley, New York
- Publication year
- 1851
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Edition
- Second American Edition.
- Seller catalogs
- Architecture, Art Reference
Royoung Bookseller, Inc. ABAA
Ardsley, NY, U.S.A.
Shipping rates within U.S.A.
| Item | 5 to 14 business days | 3 to 6 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | US$ 8.00 | US$ 18.00 |
Payment methods
- Bank Draft
- Bank Wire Transfer
- Cash
- Check
Store description
General antiquarian, Book Arts. Architecture, Travel, Literature
Specialty
Art & Art History, Book Arts, Travel & Exploration, Architecture, Private and Fine Presses, Design, General AntiquarianAssociation member
Members of these associations are committed to maintaining the highest standards. They vouch for the authenticity of all items offered for sale. They provide expert and detailed descriptions, disclose all significant defects and/or restorations, provide clear and accurate pricing, and operate with fairness and honesty during the purchase experience.Seller's business information
Royoung Bookseller, Inc. ABAA
NY, U.S.A.
Terms of sale
CWO unless known to us. 10% discount to the trade. Postage is
additional. In the US we ship UPS @ $5.00 for the first book and
$1.00 for each additional volume. For foreign shipments please
inquire. We accept Master & Visa cards for amounts over $100.00.
Shipping terms
Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.