Wilars De Honecort (6 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Step back in time and discover the world of a 13th century architect through the pages of this fascinating book. The book delves into the sketch-book of Wilars de Honecort, a master builder who travelled across Europe, documenting his observations and sharing his knowledge with future generations. The manuscript is a treasure trove of drawings, plans, and notes, offering a glimpse into the artistic and technical methods of the era. Within its pages, readers will encounter meticulously crafted drawings of human figures, animals, and architectural marvels, including plans for churches, vaulted ceilings, and intricate machines. The author's commentary provides insights into the methods used for portraiture, masonry, and carpentry. The book reveals the innovative spirit of 13th century architecture, demonstrating how builders were not only inspired by classical antiquity but also pursued new and unique approaches to design and construction. This remarkable manuscript, preserved through the centuries, offers a captivating window into the medieval world, shedding light on the artistic, technical, and intellectual ingenuity of a time that continues to inspire and amaze us today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Good reproduction of Honecort/Honnecourt's remarkable sketch book with pertinent commentary throughout. There is light toning to page edges and foxing to various degrees, this mostly confined to the edges and versos of plates rather than the images themselves. A couple of the early text pages are creased, but in general all is in good internal order. Former owner's name (Edwin James Palmer, Bishop of Bombay) neatly to fep. Quarter leather binding a little worn with some splitting to upper rear joint - though all holding firm - with pink (perhaps faded brown) cloth, this marked and faded. Nevertheless not unattractive. Folio. xii. 243pp + plates.…