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Stone in Traditional Architecture
David Campbell
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Description for Stone in Traditional Architecture
Num Pages: 216 pages, 378 color photos. BIC Classification: AMC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 287 x 228 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1392.
A sweeping overview of traditional stone architecture that graces the landscapes of many nations. Over 350 vivid color photos show buildings ranging from simple stone homes and practical farm buildings to imposing town halls and vaulting cathedrals. The extensive text explains the history, styles, and techniques of the stone cutters' and masons' arts. Also included is a practical, instructional handbook; it teaches the crafts of masonry and stone cutting as they have been practiced across the centuries. This book will be a treasure for the builder, art historian, and everyone with a passion for stone structures.
A sweeping overview of traditional stone architecture that graces the landscapes of many nations. Over 350 vivid color photos show buildings ranging from simple stone homes and practical farm buildings to imposing town halls and vaulting cathedrals. The extensive text explains the history, styles, and techniques of the stone cutters' and masons' arts. Also included is a practical, instructional handbook; it teaches the crafts of masonry and stone cutting as they have been practiced across the centuries. This book will be a treasure for the builder, art historian, and everyone with a passion for stone structures.
Product Details
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
Number of Pages
216
Format
Hardback
Place of Publication
Atglen, United States
ISBN
9780764336140
SKU
V9780764336140
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99-2
About David Campbell
David Campbell has been studying masonry and stone cutting most of his life. He practices his craft in France.
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