ABC/290 - Classical Architecture - A series of ten plates illustrating typical examples of Grecian and Roman Orders. Includes plate I from 1901 edition

ABC/290

Classical Architecture - A series of ten plates illustrating typical examples of Grecian and Roman Orders. Includes plate I from 1901 edition

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: Plate I - Doric Order - Parthenon, Athens; Plate II - Ionic Order - north Portico of the Erectheion; Plate III - Corinthian Order - Monument of Lysicrates; Plate IV - Tuscan Order - Portion of Arcade; Plate V - Doric Order - Theatre of Marcellus; Plate VI - Ionic Order - Temple of Fortuna Virilus; 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.
Only Plate I is dated (23 December 1901) and was possibly part of a different portfolio.

good condition, scuffed corners and spines