William Clift (219 results)

Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Soft cover. Condition: VG. 15pp extract, final page-only was damaged and is here presented in reproduction, very occasional and light foxing, salvaged from a damaged copy of the Report Of The Commissioner Of Patents For The Year 1861: Agriculture. Housed in protective mylar report cover.

Soft Cover. Condition: Fine. Still in original plastic wrap. 1986 Soft Cover. [32 pp.] This book celebrates, through text and numerous color photographs, the construction and modification of the Capitol Building in Albany, with prefaces by Mario M. Cuomo, Warren M. Anderson, & Stanley Fink, as well as an essay by William Kennedy. Known for its vast scale and unique combination of architectural styles, this structure is a wonderful object of study for those interested in architecture. "The unique character New York State's Capitol Building is explored in this volume. Four of America's leading photographers and Albany's leading man of letters throw the spotlight on this little-known landmark. Photographers William Clift, Stephen Shore, Judith Turner, and Dan Weaks turn their camera eye on this historical monument in celebration of its beauty. An introduction by Pulitzer Prize-winning author William Kennedy addresses the Capitol's history and Kennedy's own remembrances of its glory days. A preface by New York Governor Mario Cuomo, Warren M. Anderson, and Stanley Fink sets the tone of loving appreciation. The diverse collection of images herein is a testament not only to the myriad fascinations which the building holds but to the flexibility and varied vocabulary of the photograph. The Capitol in Albany begins with Dan Weak's black-and-white composite photographs of the four facades. Weaks's images offer the most complete view of the Capitol extant, a view unavailable to the human eye from the street. Stephen Shore moves us inward with beautiful color images of the grand stairways that lead to the Capitol's many entrances. Once inside, William Clift photographs the anterooms and meeting rooms, bringing a delicacy of vision to bear on the ghosts of Albany's past. Finally, Judith Turner explores the structural details which distinguish the Capitol, rendering them with the simplicity of charcoal drawing. In all, the Capitol is revealed to be both architecturally significant and rich in history. This volume speaks eloquently and convincingly of the building's beauty and the need for architectural and historical preservation. A landmark work of architecture, the New York State Capitol Building in Albany has been a source of both pride and controversy since its inception in 1866. Like a medieval cathedral -- and unlike most American architecture -- the construction of the building stretched over more than three decades and several changes in popular taste. It bears the creative imprints of a half-dozen architects, and stands today as an amazing amalgam made from the stuff of both dreams and democracy. The Capitol's history began during the Revolutionary War when, fleeing the British, legislators left their home base in New York City, and constantly shifted their meetings from Harlem to Fishkill, Kingston to Poughkeepsie and Albany. As bureaucracy would have it, mountains of paperwork accumulated, forcing the legislature to become less mobile. In 1797 a bill was passed designating Albany the capital. In 1804 it was decided that an official meeting house was needed for these, the most influential decision-makers in the Empire State. The cornerstone for the original capitol building was laid in 1806, on the top of State Street Hill in Albany, with Mayor Philip Schuyler Van Rensselaer in attendance. By 1863, the state government had outgrown its modest quarters several times over, and bigger, more lavish quarters were required. Two years of planning and debate ensued over a new capitol and whether it should be built in Albany. It was decided that it should and the new capitol rose up behind the old one. As lawmakers changed, so did the tastemakers--and the architects they employed. The first round of building was marked by the collaboration of Thomas and Italian Renaissance architecture respectively. In 1876, with a new legislature in place, and financial appropriations wavering accordingly, Gilman withdrew and Fuller was dismissed. They were replaced by an advisory bo.…

Soft Cover. Condition: Very Good. Edges a bit rubbed. 1986 Soft Cover. [32 pp.] This book celebrates, through text and numerous color photographs, the construction and modification of the Capitol Building in Albany, with prefaces by Mario M. Cuomo, Warren M. Anderson, & Stanley Fink, as well as an essay by William Kennedy. Known for its vast scale and unique combination of architectural styles, this structure is a wonderful object of study for those interested in architecture. "The unique character New York State's Capitol Building is explored in this volume. Four of America's leading photographers and Albany's leading man of letters throw the spotlight on this little-known landmark. Photographers William Clift, Stephen Shore, Judith Turner, and Dan Weaks turn their camera eye on this historical monument in celebration of its beauty. An introduction by Pulitzer Prize-winning author William Kennedy addresses the Capitol's history and Kennedy's own remembrances of its glory days. A preface by New York Governor Mario Cuomo, Warren M. Anderson, and Stanley Fink sets the tone of loving appreciation. The diverse collection of images herein is a testament not only to the myriad fascinations which the building holds but to the flexibility and varied vocabulary of the photograph. The Capitol in Albany begins with Dan Weak's black-and-white composite photographs of the four facades. Weaks's images offer the most complete view of the Capitol extant, a view unavailable to the human eye from the street. Stephen Shore moves us inward with beautiful color images of the grand stairways that lead to the Capitol's many entrances. Once inside, William Clift photographs the anterooms and meeting rooms, bringing a delicacy of vision to bear on the ghosts of Albany's past. Finally, Judith Turner explores the structural details which distinguish the Capitol, rendering them with the simplicity of charcoal drawing. In all, the Capitol is revealed to be both architecturally significant and rich in history. This volume speaks eloquently and convincingly of the building's beauty and the need for architectural and historical preservation. A landmark work of architecture, the New York State Capitol Building in Albany has been a source of both pride and controversy since its inception in 1866. Like a medieval cathedral -- and unlike most American architecture -- the construction of the building stretched over more than three decades and several changes in popular taste. It bears the creative imprints of a half-dozen architects, and stands today as an amazing amalgam made from the stuff of both dreams and democracy. The Capitol's history began during the Revolutionary War when, fleeing the British, legislators left their home base in New York City, and constantly shifted their meetings from Harlem to Fishkill, Kingston to Poughkeepsie and Albany. As bureaucracy would have it, mountains of paperwork accumulated, forcing the legislature to become less mobile. In 1797 a bill was passed designating Albany the capital. In 1804 it was decided that an official meeting house was needed for these, the most influential decision-makers in the Empire State. The cornerstone for the original capitol building was laid in 1806, on the top of State Street Hill in Albany, with Mayor Philip Schuyler Van Rensselaer in attendance. By 1863, the state government had outgrown its modest quarters several times over, and bigger, more lavish quarters were required. Two years of planning and debate ensued over a new capitol and whether it should be built in Albany. It was decided that it should and the new capitol rose up behind the old one. As lawmakers changed, so did the tastemakers--and the architects they employed. The first round of building was marked by the collaboration of Thomas and Italian Renaissance architecture respectively. In 1876, with a new legislature in place, and financial appropriations wavering accordingly, Gilman withdrew and Fuller was dismissed. They were replaced by an advisory board containi.…

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Notice On The Megatherium Brought From Buenos Ayres By Woodbine Parish. Book.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 48 page softcover with essay by William Kennedy; photographs by 4 photographers and prefaces by Mario M. Cuomo, Warren M. Anderson and Stanley Fink. Published in association with the Commission on the Restoration of the Capitol. Very good condition - unmarked, tight and clean.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

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

Condition: New.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Binding has some soil and wear; tight, text clean. 225 p., illustrated. [b 52b].

Hardcover. Condition: VG. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. used hardcover in a dust jacket. jacket is slightly worn about the edges, but with no tears and not price clipped. pages and binding are clean, straight and tight. there are no marks to the text or other serious flaws.

Paperback. Condition: Good. First Edition. Denting along top edge of wraps and pages (hence good), no ownership markings. ; Well packaged in a box, ships with tracking.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Used - Very Good. A revealing look at the changing face of the American landscape, from the 1850s to today, as depicted by some of America's greatest photographers. 150 photographs provide a fascinating view of our land, juxtaposing what it once looked like with what it is today. Very nice clean, tight copy free of any marks. Wrapped in complimentary Brodart dust jacket protector.…

First printing (as stated upon copyright page). 111 pages. Hardcover: H 27.25cm x L 23.25cm. White dust jacket soiled and toned with some surface abrasions and staining; shallow chipping to spine head; front flap is not price-clipped. Brown cloth. Small brown staining at text block's top edge adjacent to spine. Interior pages are clean. Binding is firm. ISBN 0912334606.…

Soft cover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. A Good soft cover. 111 pages with photographs in black and white. Contents clean and securely bound. The outside cover has toned edges more on the spine. A few random discoloration marks on the front and some spots on the back. The tips are curled and flared. Also slight rubbing to bottom edge with two red remainder marks.…

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

No Binding. Condition: VG+. None. This is an original vintage print trade ad that measures approximately 10 x 13 and is in VG or better condition. Ideal for framing, this ad comes protected in a plastic sleeve and backer and is shipped first class mail in a cardboard mailer. Size: 10 x 13. Paper.

Hardcover. Condition: Good.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Good+ with no dust jacket. Exlibrary marks. Sound binding and hinges. Clean, bright pages. Cloth over boards has light shelf wear, fading at top of frontm faded spine, with label at lower spine. Sesquicentennial edition of 1842 with new material added for the 175th anniversary edition, 1967. Ex-Library; 9.5" tall; 227 pages.…

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Copyright is 1980. Number two of the Unicorn Folded Broadside Series One. Limited to 500 copies. Slight aging along edges of covers, and very slightly bumped corners. William Clift (illustrator).

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Copyright is 1980. Number two of the Unicorn Folded Broadside Series One. Limited to 500 copies. Slight aging along edges of covers as well as a little light foxing. Corners are very slightly bumped. William Clift (illustrator).