Rudiments of Ancient Architecture, Containing an historical Account of the Five Orders, with their Proportions, and Examples of Each from Antiques.

Published by J. Taylor, London, 1821

Condition: Good Hardcover

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Rudiments of Ancient Architecture, Containing an historical Account of the Five Orders, with their Proportions, and Examples of Each from Antiques. Printed in London for J. Taylor. 1821, 5th edition, 134 pp, 9.75 x 6.25 , 8vo, hardcover 3/4 leather. In good condition, with light superficial rubbing and wear to leather along edges and corners. Hinges remain in good condition with light starting at front and text block remains bound well. Nicely illustrated with 11 total black-and-white plates at front. Marveled fore edges to pages. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce piece on ancient architecture and its history, complemented with a variety of illustrations. Includes dictionary of terms at rear. COLA1821CDFX. Seller Inventory # COLA1821CDFX

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Title: Rudiments of Ancient Architecture, ...

Publisher: J. Taylor, London

Publication Date: 1821

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Good

Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

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