RAYMOND HOOD, ARCHITECT: FORM THROUGH FUNCTION IN THE AMERICAN SKYSCRAPER

[Hood, Raymond]; Kilham, Walter H., Jr.

ISBN 10: 0803802188 ISBN 13: 9780803802186

Published by Architectural Book Publishing Co. Inc, New York, 1973

Language: English

Condition: Used - Near fine Hardcover

Save for Later

Sold by Type Punch Matrix, Silver Spring, MD, U.S.A.

Association Member:

ABAA
ILAB

AbeBooks Seller since September 8, 2020

Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars

View this seller's items

View all copies of this book

Used - Hardcover

Condition: Used - Near fine

Price:

US$ 75.00

Free Shipping
Ships within U.S.A.

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Free 30-day returns

Save for Later

About this Item

Inscribed first printing of this reflection on the skyscraper work of Raymond Hood, "the brilliant bad boy of architecture" (jacket), written by a younger architect who worked with him. 9.75'' x 7.25''. Original blue cloth boards. Original unclipped ($10.00) color pictorial dust jacket. Illustrated in black and white. 200 pages, including index. Inscribed by Kilham to half-title page: "To Tom Payne / with warm regards / Walter H. Kilham / 2 Jan 1974." Jacket with light edgewear, some bumping to spine ends; a few tiny chips and closed tears. Binding corners and spine ends a touch bumped. Clean. Near fine in very good plus dust jacket.

Seller Inventory # 46791

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title

RAYMOND HOOD, ARCHITECT: FORM THROUGH FUNCTION IN THE AMERICAN SKYSCRAPER

Publisher

Architectural Book Publishing Co. Inc, New York

Publication Date

1973

Language

English

ISBN 10

0803802188

ISBN 13

9780803802186

Binding

Hardcover

Edition

First edition.

Condition

Near Fine

Dust Jacket Condition

Signed

Signed

Seller catalogs

Architecture & Design

About this title

Synopsis

A fascinating study of the man who did much to change the form of the modern skyscraper. Hood's functionalism and artistic sense, and his psychological and technical tactics as an innovator are spotlighted.

About the Author

Walter H Kilham Jr

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

Type Punch Matrix is a rare book firm founded by Rebecca Romney and Brian Cassidy. Between them, they bring over 30 years of experience in the antiquarian book trade. TPM sells a mixture of beloved classics and innovative texts from throughout print history, for collectors and institutions alike. Handpress and modern books, archives and manuscripts, letterpress and ephemera: TPM aims to make collecting both more accessible and more diverse, and believes in the mindful acquisition, preservation, and celebration of the materials of our literary cultures.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Association Member

Members of these associations are committed to maintaining the highest standards. They vouch for the authenticity of all items offered for sale. They provide expert and detailed descriptions, disclose all significant defects and/or restorations, provide clear and accurate pricing, and operate with fairness and honesty during the purchase experience.

Seller's business information

Type Punch Matrix Inc.
1111 East West Highway, Suite 300, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, U.S.A.

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

We work hard to meet our ethical responsibilty to describe our material accurately. All items are guaranteed as described and protected by ABE's generous return policy.

We guarantee the authenticity of our items. All items are original (meaning not facsimiles or reproductions), first editions (i.e. first printings), unless otherwise noted. TPM is a member of the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America and upholds their Code of Ethics.

All items subject to prior sale. We prioritize our lon...

More Information

Shipping Terms

We use USPS unless otherwise requested. Expedited, overnight, or international shipping, as well as other carriers, may carry additional costs beyond quoted rates. All orders receive tracking information and a direct contact in case of any questions. We ship in new boxes only, properly packed, to help ensure safe arrival.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Order quantity	5 to 14 business days	3 to 6 business days
First item	US$ 0.00	US$ 9.99

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.