ABC/289 - Classical Architecture - A series of ten plates illustrating typical examples of Grecian and Roman Orders

ABC/289

Classical Architecture - A series of ten plates illustrating typical examples of Grecian and Roman Orders

1 volume

A volume on Classical Architecture illustrating typical examples of the Grecian & Roman Orders with full details and a selection of Grecian and Roman Ornament, first published in 1901 and reprinted in 1926. There are ten plates with a short description for each plate, the plates consist of detailed drawings with dimensions and contextual diagrams. The series was compiled to assist those engaged in any occupation where the knowledge of Architecture is essential. Plates included are: The Doric Order; The Ionic Order; The Corinthian Order; The Tuscan Order; The Ionic Order; The Corinthian Order; The Composite Order; Grecian Ornament; Roman Ornament.
This volume is missing 4 plates and only includes Plate III (Corinthian Order - Monument of Lysicrates); Plate V - Doric Order (Theatre of Marcellus); Plate VII (Corinthian Order - Temple of Castor and Pollux); Plate VIII (Composite Order - Arch of Septimus Severus); Plate IX (Typical Grecian Ornament from Buildings in Greece) and Plate X (Typical Roman Ornament from Buildings in Rome).

good condition, scuffed corners and spines