1895, Augustus Pugin, Examples Of Gothe Architecture, England, Plates, 3 Vol Set
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Examples of Gothic Architecture; Selected from Various Ancient edifices in England: Consisting of Plans, Elevations, Sections, and Parts at Large; Calculated to Exemplify the Various Styles, and the Practical Construction of this Admired Class of Architecture; Accompanied by Historical and Descriptive Accounts. Three quartos, publisher's original blue cloth covered boards lettered in gilt. Each volume contains a large section of plates black and white plates, a few color plates, some double page plates and a few fold outs. Revious owner's neat inscription and ink stamps indicationg that this set once belonged to. Ne plate in the third volume is detached and repaired, a large piece of a fold out in volume three is detached, a few small tears, front hinge in volume 1 and rear hinge in volume 3 cracked, some fraying along spines, exterior damage to the spine of volume 2, some foxing and discoloration, some rubbing and wear. Slight odor, else in good + condition. "Examples of Gothic Architecture" by Augustus Pugin is a seminal work in the field of architectural literature, published between 1831 and 1838. This three-volume series meticulously documents Gothic architectural styles through detailed plans, elevations, sections, and parts of various ancient edifices in England. The volumes provide a comprehensive overview of Gothic architecture's practical construction and aesthetic principles, accompanied by historical and descriptive accounts. Volume I and II feature 73 etched plates each, depicting iconic structures like Magdalen College, Oxford. Volume III, supervised by Thomas Larkins Walker, includes studies of significant buildings such as the Vicars' Close at Wells and the Manor Houses at Great Chalfield and South Wraxhall. The book played a crucial role in the Gothic Revival movement, offering both a scholarly resource and practical guide for architects and builders of the 19th century? If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and don't forget to check out my other listings.
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