The Structural Basis of Architecture

Sandaker, Bjorn Normann & Eggen, Arne Petter

ISBN 10: 0823049361 / ISBN 13: 9780823049363

Published by Whitney Library of Design/Watson-Guprill, New York, 1992

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1992 Stated First Printing, 1992. NEAR FINE in VERY GOOD+ unclipped, dust jacket. Translation by Steven Kirwin. Analyses of the structural principles behind several of best-known and most beautiful architectural works past and present, provided within historical perspective of art, architecture and engineering. A fine, crisp, totally unmarked copy. Burgundy hardcover with gilt spine lettering is fresh and unworn. The dust jacket is scuffed on the surface but is clean, price intact on flap. No chips or tears. It is in a clear archival protector. Binding is tight and straight. 400 black & white illustrations. 7-1/4 x 10-1/4". 224 pages. Seller Inventory # 001815

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Structural Basis of Architecture

Publisher: Whitney Library of Design/Watson-Guprill, New York

Publication Date: 1992

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Near Fine

Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good+

Edition: First Edition.

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Synopsis:

An architect and an engineer team up to analyze the structural principles behind many of the best-known historical and modern buildings, bridges, and even such edifices as Stonehenge. Arranged by structural element truss, beam, arch, column, etc. explaining the principles and showing the variety of applications. Profusely illustrated in black and white. For student or practicing architects. Translated from the Norwegian. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.