Rudiments of Ancient Architecture 1804 bound with Essays on Gothic Architecture 1802

STUART, James & WARTON, T, etc

Published by J. Taylor at the Architectural Library, 1802

Condition: Fine Hardcover

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Two classic architecture works bound into one. First is Rudiments of Ancient Architecture containing an Historical Account of the five Orders etc, written by James Stuart and published by Taylor in 1804, third edition, enlarged. Second is Essays on Gothic Architecture by T. Warton, J. Bentham etc, published by Taylor in 1802, second edition. Both with engraved plates, some folding. Binding of modern maroon hardback cloth, with gilt titles on spine, in fine condition. Both texts in very good, tight condition, with some light age-browning and foxing. One small, neat margin repair. An opportunity to acquire two original classics in one volume at a very realistic price. Pages XV1, 135 plus plates; XX111, 150 plus plates. GA). Seller Inventory # BMCHA28710

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Title: Rudiments of Ancient Architecture 1804 bound...

Publisher: J. Taylor at the Architectural Library

Publication Date: 1802

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Fine

Edition: 2nd Edition

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