A book on the architecture of classical antiquity and the Renaissance of J. Buhlmann, the book consists of a series of plates with a small introduction to each plate, the plates are detailed drawings and some have a scale bar. Plates include information on: architectural details; columns; ratios; cornices and carvings; arches; domes; ornaments; fireplaces; framing; masonry work; railings; mouldings; statues; patternwork; structure; ceiling mouldings.
Bühlmann, Joseph (1844-1921), painter, architect and teacher
The second volume containing the architectural works of Robert and James Adam, Esquires. The buildings included are: House of the Earl of Derby, in Grosvenor Square; House of Sir Watkin Wiliams Wynn, Baronet, in St. James's Square; House of Earl Shelburne, in Berkeley Square; Seat of the Duke of Northumberland, at Sion; Various Designs of Public and Private Buildings. Each chapter begins with the explanations of the plates, followed by engravings of plans, elevations, sections and interiors of the buildings, some to scale.
Adam, Robert (1728-1792), architect, interior designer and furniture designer
