[Architecture]. Upjohn, Richard. Upjohn's Rural Architecture Designs, Working Drawings and Specifications for a Wooden Church, and Other Rural Structures. New York: George P, Putnam, 1852. First edition. Folio (12.5" x 17"), pp. 6 plus 22 plates of church, chapel, schoolhouse and parsonage designs, all predominately in the Gothic styles. Ex-library markings. Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

The book is particularly detailed concerning the church designs. In addition to detailing the exact size and how many of each timber were needed, Upjohn specified how the joists were to be laid, the doors to be constructed, and the paint and/or varnish to be used. He also gave information on how to build the lectern (with quatrefoil carvings); pews (with Gothic trefoil accents); the tower and spire, topped with a cross with trefoil accents; the organ case; the bishop's chair; etc. The one-room schoolhouse design is Gothic, but not as highly ornamented as Gothic designs frequently were. The parsonage design has a piazza with brackets, more commonly found in Italian designs, but also has verge-boards and other Gothic decoration. Richard Upjohn (1802-1878) was an English-born artisan and architect who established an architectural practice in New York City and became a national leader in the picturesque mode in American architecture. He is best known for his Gothic Revival church architecture, which had a widespread and long-lasting influence. Upjohn's design for Christ Church in Raleigh, NC epitomized his Gothic Revival style and is one of the nation's most intact and representative examples of his Early English style. A rare and important book that we are proud to offer for the first time. (21589)   $900.00

[Masonry]. Davis, Charles Thomas. A Practical Treatise on the Manufacture of Brick, Tiles, Terra Cotta, Etc. including hand-made, dry-clay, tempered-clay, soft-mud, and stiff-clay bricks, also front, hand-pressed, steam-pressed, re-pressed, ornamentally shaped, and enamelled bricks, drain tiles, straight and curved sewer- and water-pipes, fire-clays, fire-bricks, glass pots, terra-cotta, roofing tiles, flooring tiles, art tiles, mosaic plates, and imitation of intarsia or inlaid surfaces, comprising every important product of clay employed in architecture, engineering, the blast furnace, for retorts, etc., with a history and the actual processes in handling, disintegrating, tempering, and moulding the clay into shape, drying naturally and artificially, setting, burning with coal, natural gas, and crude oil fuels, enamelling in polychrome colors, composition and application of glazes, etc., including full detailed descriptions of the most modern machines, tools, kilns, and kiln roofs used. Philadelphia: Henry Carey Baird, 1884. First edition. Small quarto, pp. xx, 472 (plus advertiser's 8 pp. and publisher's 30 pp. catalog), indexed, illustrated with b/w engravings. Cloth over Embossed Boards, decorative endpapers. Good; repaired backstrip.

A smart, uncommon first edition of this comprehensive guide to the historical and practical manufacture of industrial clay products. Features 228 engraved illustrations and 6 plates, including a tissue-guarded frontispiece. The record-breaking length of the subtitle lists all the topics covered in this scholarly and thorough work. (21590)   $225.00

[Decoration]. Ware, William R. [Editor]. Greek Ornament illustrated with 12 plates, printed in the original colors. Boston, MA: S. W. Tilton & Company, 1878. First edition. Quarto, pp. 24 plus 12 color plates. Boards. Very Good; ex-library markings.

Most of the examples are taken from the museums of Paris and London. The colors employed in the plates are good representations of the original colors of the pottery. William Ware was a professor of architecture at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology from 1865 to 1881. Exceedingly scarce; currently there are no other copies for sale anywhere. (21591)   $400.00

[Architectural History]. Scott, Leader. The Cathedral Builders The Story of a Great Masonic Guild. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1899. First edition. Small quarto, pp. xiii, 435, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs. Cloth over Boards. Very Good, ex-library, front hinge starting to split.

Very interesting investigation that changed the history of architecture and introduced the notion of the Comacine Masters as a medieval guild that preserved some of the ancient secrets of sacred architecture, and had a major influence on the medieval building of churches. The Comacine Masters may have spread their work throughout Europe, and, with them, their symbols, architecture styles, and secrets of the craft. This is a major work for people interested in the history of Freemasonry. (21592)   $95.00

[Decoration]. Hulme, F. Edward. Principles of Ornamental Art. London: Cassell Petter & Galpin, 1875. First edition. Quarto, pp. xiii, 32 plates, 137, indexed, illustrated with b/w drawings. Decorated Cloth over Boards. Very Good; ex-library markings, front hinge splitting.

Many topics within ornamental arts are discussed here, including influence of geometry, use in religion and heraldry, use of letters and inscriptions, origin of heraldry, the horizontal line in ornament, naturalism and conventionalism, and much more. A very handsome book. (21593)   $225.00

[Carpentry]. Hoppus, Edward. Hoppus's Tables for Measuring, or, practical measuring made easy to the meanest capacity by a new set of tables: which shew at sight the solid content of any piece of timber, stone, &c. either square, round or unequal-sided, and the value at any price per foot cube. Also, the superficial content of boards, glass, painting, plastering, &c. with copious explanations of the uses and applications of the tables. Contrived to answer all the occasions of gentlemen and artificers, far beyond anything yet extant, the contents being given in feet, inches, quarters, and twelfth parts of an inch. With some very curious observations concerning measuring of timber by several dimensions. London: F. C. and J. Rivington, 1814. Sixteenth Edition. Octavo (3.5" x 8.75"), pp. 226, illustrated with b/w line drawings and one folded plate. Some calculations in pencil on the front and back endpapers. Full Leather. Good; front cover detached, backstrip has 1" missing at the top.

Edward Hoppus was an English surveyor who introduced the Hoppus unit of measure. The hoppus measures the solid content and value of any piece of timber, stone, or other building material which is square or round. The first edition of this book was published in 1736. This is the earliest edition we've been able to offer. (21579)   $75.00

[Wood]. Rowe, Eleanor. Practical Woodcarving A Book for the Student, Carver, Teacher, Designer, and Architect. London: B.T. Batsford Ltd., 1907. First edition. Octavo, pp. xiii, 213, indexed, illustrated with 114 b/w photographs and 55 line drawings of old and modern examples, including a sketch by Randolph Caldecott. Cloth over Boards, gilt lettering. Very Good; backstrip sunned, text foxing.

Chapters on the wood-carver's outfit (bench and tools), the various woods used by the carver, low relief and high relief techniques, Gothic carving and mouldings, Renaissance and Jacobean mouldings, Renaissance carving, lettering, pierced carving, treatment and design. The author was the manager of the School of Art Wood-Carving in South Kensington for 20 years. (21580)   $125.00

[International]. Howard, F. E. and Crossley, F. H. English Church Woodwork A Study in Craftsmanship During the Mediaeval Period AD 1250-1550. London: B.T. Batsford Ltd, 1927. Second edition. Small quarto, pp. xxxiii, 370, indexed, illustrated with b/w line drawings and photographs. Cloth over Boards, gilt lettering. Very Good.

This volume was produced to cover the whole range of English Gothic woodwork. It makes a real attempt to explain what were the motives of the mediaeval wood-worker; to ascertain why benches were arranged in a certain manner, and what principles actuated the wood-worker in planning stalls. An effort was made to give a practical analysis of the various methods in which various problems, constructional or artistic, were solved by these inspired craftsmen. The illustrations, chosen from a vast collection from all parts of the country, give a good general idea of the extraordinary wealth of material in the country. Very many examples, some of them of great beauty and importance, have never been illustrated before. Besides the photographic illustrations, a number of measured drawings has been introduced, their purpose to give an idea of the scale of the photographs, and to throw light on the methods of mediaeval design. The second edition has many additional illustrations, including 16 full-page collotypes. (21581)   $70.00

[New England]. Holbrook, Cabot & Rollins Corporation. Heavy Construction in Boston Harbor District. Boston, MA: Holbrook, Cabot & Rollins Corporation, 1921. First edition. Quarto, pp. 59, illustrated with b/w line drawings and photographs. Decorated Boards. Very Good in damaged slip case.

The development of Boston's waterfront and the work of Holbrook, Cabot & Rollins have gone practically hand in hand. Their work in this district affords examples of practically every type of heavy construction and thus is representative of the type of construction in which the company specializes. Among the projects illustrated and described in this book are: Charles River Bridge, Fort Point Drawbridge, Revere Sugar Refinery Pier, Hoosac Tunnel Docks, Boston Fish Pier, Boston Army Supply Base, and more. (21582)   $200.00

[New England]. Howe, Lois L. and Constance Fuller. Details From Old New England Houses. New York: Architectural Book Publishing Co., 1913. First edition. Quarto, pp. 50 plates of architectural drawings. Some light calculations in pencil on some plates. Cloth over boards, rebacked. Good: backstrip missing, loose hinges.

Some of the buildings featured in this book include Gray House in Cambridge; William House in Deerfield; Frary House in Exeter, NH; Bald Pate Inn in Georgetown, Massachusetts; Lee House in Cambridge, and much more. The features illustrated in the plates include doors, panelling, mantels, porches, stairs, windows, cornices, fences, gate posts, and more. Scarce. (21583)   $125.00

[Pattern Book]. Comstock, William T. Two Family and Twin Houses consisting of a variety of designs contributed by leading architects in all parts of the country, showing the latest ideas in planning this class of dwellings in city, village and suburbs, together with very complete descriptions covering all the latest improvements in sanitation, heating, lighting, etc. New York: William T. Comstock, 1908. First edition. Small quarto, pp. 127, illustrated with b/w photographs and floor plans. Boards. Very good condition, but mild ex-library.

In presenting this collection, the editor had in mind the large demand for improved house accommodations on comparatively small lot areas, and collated designs from all parts of the country, representing the handling of the subject by practicing architects in their efforts to meet the needs of their clients in this respect. Each home was carefully photographed and documented. The author was editor of Architects' and Builders' Magazine. (21584)   $75.00

[Residential]. Gardner, E. C. Homes and All About Them Homes and How to Make Them; Home Interiors; Illustrated Homes. Boston, MA: James R. Osgood and Company, 1885. First edition. Small quarto, pp. xii, 710, illustrated with b/w line drawings. Ex-library markings. Cloth over Boards, gilt lettering. Very Good; front hinge splitting.

The first section of this book ("Homes, and How to Make Them") offers hints on locating and building a house, in the format of letters between an architect and a family man seeking a home. It covers topics such as building sites, foundations, stone walls, use and abuse of wood, stairways, sunlight, doors, windows, basements, strength and durability of brick, fashion and ornament, and much more. The second portion of the book ("Home Interiors") follows the architect through a week of indoor finishing, covering topics such as wallpaper, blinds, doors, window seats, renovating old houses, and more. The third section ("Illustrated Homes") is a series of papers describing real homes and real people, with sketches of floor plans, exterior and interior views. A charming book for those interested in Victorian residential architecture. (21578)   $70.00

[Residential]. Gardner, E. C. The House that Jill Built After Jack's Had Proved a Failure: A Book on Home Architecture. New York: Fords, Howard & Hulbert, 1882. First edition. Small quarto, pp. xii, 249, indexed, illustrated with 76 b/w line drawings. Ex-library markings. Cloth over Boards, gilt lettering. Very Good.

The author prepared a series of papers for Our Continent (a weekly American magazine) showing how, in building houses that are truly homes, it is possible to combine architectural beauty with wise and economical construction; how we may have elegance and refinement in our homes without great expenditure; and how the demand for utility and convenience may be met in a beautiful way. Those articles became the source for this book. Handsomely illustrated and written in a conversational style that is fun and easy to read. Scarce; the journal was issued for only two years. (21585)   $85.00

[International]. Tanner, H and W. Galsworthy Davie. Old English Doorways A Series of Historical Examples from Tudor Times to the End of the XVIII Century. London: B.T. Batsford Ltd, 1903. Second edition. Small quarto, pp. xii, 44, indexed, illustrated with 70 b/w photographic plates and 34 drawings and sketches. Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

The study of the doorway as a feature of English architecture during the Renaissance led to this volume, which presents a representative series of examples ranging over the whole of this period. The subjects chosen include some of the finest examples of the many types of doorways to be found in England, dating from the 16th century. A number of the plates are devoted to the illustration of different treatment of the shell porch, the most beautiful of the many varieties of 18th century wooden doorheads. A very attractive book, and this is the first time we've been able to offer this title. (21586)   $90.00

[Carpentry]. Fletcher, Sir Banister and Major H. Phillips Fletcher. Carpentry and Joinery A Text-Book for Architects, Engineers, Surveyors, Craftsmen, and Students. London: Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd., 1921. Fifth Edition, Revised. Small octavo, pp. xii, 324, indexed, illustrated with b/w line drawings. Publisher's ads bound in. Cloth over Boards. Very Good; 1" split at backstrip.

This is a concise book, both for reference and for the instruction of students, on the important subjects of carpentry and joinery. Over 420 illustrations were prepared by the authors to illustrate the text. This is the first time we've been able to offer this title. (21587)   $65.00

[Pattern Book]. Axelrod, Jay. Artistic and Practical Homes for the Average Man. St. Paul, MN: Jay Axelrod, 1922. First edition. Oblong quarto, pp. 46, illustrated with b/w and color photographs and floor plans. Staplebound Wraps. Good; ex-library, cover sunned and detached but present.

A selection of designs for attractive homes, including bungalows, semi-bungalows, houses and two- and four-unit apartment buildings. Working drawings and specifications available for each house. Includes advertisements for carpentry services and building materials. (21588)   $200.00

[Concrete & Cement]. Vitrifyx Company. Waterproof Concrete. New York: Vitrifyx Company, 1920. Second edition. Quarto, pp. 32, illustrated with b/w photographs. Stamped by the Pacific Materials Co, San Francisco, on the front cover. Staplebound Wraps. Very Good; some pencil inscriptions on the front and back cover.

This catalog features hydrolithic concrete, a waterproofing agent that strengthened and densified the concrete. This catalog features comparative tables showing how the hydrolithic waterproofing system compared with other waterproofing compounds, descriptions of how hydrolithic concrete is used, specifications for the product preparation, and other Vitrifyx Company products. The catalog also includes many exterior photographs of buildings that used hydrolithic cement in their construction, including the US Express Building, the City Investing Building, and the Farms Loan & Trust Co. in New York. Rare; this is the first time we've been able to offer this title. (21597)   $125.00

[Millwork]. Elmer & Moody Co. Millwork Sash Doors & Moulding Design Book. Seattle, WA: Elmer & Moody Co., 1931. Original edition. Quarto, pp. 44, indexed, illustrated with b/w and color drawings. Order form bound in. Perfect Bound. Very Good.

Illustrations of doors, sashes, windows, moulding, trim, hardware, stairs, cabinets, cupboards, and more. This has an extensive collection of architectural millwork items, wonderful for contractors, architects and home owners (21598)   $125.00

[Masonry]. Hodgson, Fred T. The 20th Century Bricklayer's and Mason's Assistant Part One: The Bricklayer's Guide and Assistant being a series of exhaustive instructions in all kinds of bricklayer's work, including laying foundations, bonding, arching, gauged work, construction of damp courses, coping, building bridges, piers, chimneys, flues, fire-places, corbeling, plain and fancy cornices, brick paneling, pilasters, plinths, and other brickwork, plain and ornamental / Part Two: The Stone Mason's Assistant being a series of practical instructions for the use of stone masons, stone cutters, marble workers and stone contractors; showing how to lay out and work all kinds of arches, stone steps, stairs and hand-rails, skew bridges and arches, circle on circle work, niches, classic and gothic stonework, piers and other stonework, plain and ornamental. Chicago: Frederick J. Drake & Co., 1905. First edition. Octavo, pp. 311, indexed, illustrated with b/w drawings, plus 8-page publisher's catalog bound in. Ex-library markings. Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

Hodgson intended this book to show in the clearest possible manner the various methods employed in his trades. He was strongly influenced by material from some of the best authorities who have written on the subject, such as Weale and Nicholson, and various journals of the trade, such as American Architect and Architects and Builders' Magazine. Scarce; this is a Hodgson title we have not offered before. (21599)   $75.00

[English]. Fletcher, Banister F. and H. Phillips Fletcher. The English Home. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1910. First edition. Octavo, pp. 392, indexed, illustrated with 336 b/w drawings and photographs. Ex-library. Decorated Cloth over Boards. Very Good; cover sunned, some foxing in text block.

Sir Banister Fletcher was an English architect and architectural historian. This comprehensive and well-illustrated volume covers the history of the English home, the site, the plan, and construction inside and out, including heating, lighting, water, ventilation, decoration, and the support buildings (stables and garages). A must-have title for the admirer of the English home or Banister Fletcher. (21600)   $65.00

[International]. Cram, Ralph Adams. Impressions of Japanese Architecture and the Allied Arts. New York: Baker & Taylor Company, 1905. First edition. Octavo, pp 227, indexed, illustrated with 52 full page sepia toned b/w photographs. Ex-library markings. Cloth over Boards, maroon and w/gilt lettering and embossed decoration. Very Good.

The first book written in English about Japanese architecture as a whole including about the associated arts. Chapters on temples and shrines, temple gardens, domestic interiors, Japanese sculpture, the future of Japanese art, and more. A landmark study. (21601)   $140.00

[International]. Cram, Ralph Adams. Church Building A Study of the Principles of Architecture in Their Relation to The Church. Boston, MA: Small, Maynard & Company, 1901. First edition. Octavo, pp. xvi, 227, indexed, illustrated with 125 b/w photographs and drawings. Ex-library markings. Cloth over Boards, maroon and w/gilt lettering. Very Good.

The greater portion of the contents of this book appeared originally in serial form in the columns of The Churchman. In preparing the book, the author revised and enlarged the chapters, and added a number of new illustrations. Chapters on the country chapel; the village church; the city church; the chancel and its fittings; chapels, baptisteries, and sacristies; decoration and stained glass; the altar; and the cathedral. An homage to the idea of the church as an architectural entity. (21602)   $90.00

[Metal]. Fairbairn, William. On the Application of Cast and Wrought Iron to Building Purposes. New York: John Wiley, 1854. First edition. Small quarto, pp. viii, 184, illustrated with b/w engravings. Ex-library markings. Embossed Brown Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

The author endeavored to collect the sum of the practical knowledge on the use of iron, in its combination with other materials, in the construction of fire-proof buildings. The author felt the most important section of the book was the recommendation of the advantages of wrought iron beams or joists, in substitution of the more cumbersome ones of cast iron in general use at the time. Chapters on cast-iron beams for supporting the floors of buildings, compound or trussed cast-iron beams or girders, general remarks relative to cast-iron beams, on wrought-iron beams for supporting the floors of buildings, experiments on the strength of wrought-iron beams, the construction of fire-proof warehouses, and much more. Very rare; this is the first time we're offering this title for sale. (21604)   $350.00

[International]. Remey, Charles Mason. Illustrated Description of a Design in the Persian-Indian Style of Architecture for the First Mashrak-El-Azkar (Bahai Temple) to be Erected in America humbly offered to the Center of the Covenant through the Bahai Temple Unity April 26-28, 1920. Washington, D.C.: Bahai Library Committee, 1920. First edition. Quarto, pp. 26, illustrated with b/w tipped-in plates. Typewritten on brown paper. A presentation copy by the Bahai Library Committee of Washington DC, signed by the author on the title page. Ex-library markings. Boards. Very Good.

Charles Mason Remey (1874-1974) was an American architect and author and adherent of the Baha'i faith. He designed and built Baha'i houses of worship in Uganda and Ethiopia (three others were designed but never constructed), and traveled extensively to promote the religion. In 1917, he published a book with several preliminary designs proposed for the first Mashrak-El-Azkar to be built in America, but none had been selected by the time the Twelfth Annual Convention of Bahais in America was held in New York in 1920. Remey received word that a choice of designs would be made at the convention, so he made this set of models of his Persian-Indian style design to present to the convention. He felt this size and design best suited the practical and spiritual needs of the community, and he used the images and text of this presentation to urge the church leaders to select this design for the Chicago project. A very rare primary source of church history. (21605)   $150.00

[Southern US]. Mead, Edward C. Historic Homes of the South-West Mountains Virginia. Philadelphia, PA: J. B. Lippincott Company, 1899. Limited edition of 750 copies. Octavo, pp. 275, illustrated with b/w photographs. Ex-library markings. Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

The celebrated section of the South-West Mountains, Virginia, stands pre-eminently as the birthplace of Presidents, governors, and statesmen. The list of those who have lived there is a long and honored one. The author desired to perpetuate the characteristics of these famous houses along the South-West Mountains, giving a faithful picture of each as they stood, as well as an anecdotal account and brief genealogy of their inhabitants. More than 25 homes are profiled, including Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, and Broad Oak, the author's home. Exceedingly scarce due to a very limited print run; this is the first time we've had a copy of this book for sale. (21606)   $195.00

[Building]. Mark, Robert [Editor]. Architectural Technology up to the Scientific Revolution The Art and Structure of Large-Scale Buildings. Cambridge, MA: MIT Press, 1993. First edition. Small quarto, pp. xvi, 252, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs and drawings. Perfect Bound. Very Good.

This book examines innovative structures in eras that saw the development of new, large-scale building types and describes the modern scientific tools for clarifying the technological circumstances and the design techniques employed by pre-Enlightenment builders. Illustrated with more than 200 diagrams and photographs, chapters follow a sequence from the ground up - looking at the most generally taught western monuments in light of soils and foundations; walls and other masonry; piers, arches, and buttresses; masonry domes and vaults; and timber roofs and spires. (21607)   $50.00

[New York]. Rockefeller Center, Inc. The Story of Rockefeller Center. New York: Rockefeller Center, Inc., 1942. First edition. Quarto, pp. 22, illustrated with b/w photographs. Staplebound Wraps. Very Good; scrape on cover.

This book gives the historical background for the construction of Rockefeller Center in New York City - back then, twelve acres of ground space. (Today, that's 22 acres!) The historical photos include an aerial view of the 200 brownstones that were razed to make way for Rockefeller Center; Eastern Air Lines Building, the first combined office building and garage; an interior view of the Rockefeller Center garage; an NBC broadcasting studio; Rockefeller Center skating pond; the Rainbow Room, Manhattan's loftiest supper club; and much more. An interesting book for those who love New York history. (21608)   $40.00

[Carpentry]. Hatfield, Robert Griffith. The American House Carpenter: a treatise upon architecture, cornices and mouldings, framing, doors, windows, and stairs. Together with the most important principles of practical geometry. New York: Wiley and Putnam, 1849. Third edition. Octavo, pp. xii, 272, plus 32-page appendix, indexed, illustrated with b/w line drawings. Embossed Cloth over Boards with gilt details. Good; 2" tear to backstrip, covers have soiling and worn corners.

Title says it all: extensive work on wood features in mid-19th century building and architecture, including cornices, moldings, and stairs. This book was intended for carpenters, masters or apprentice. This later edition added a new section on the art of drawing shadows. (21618)   $85.00

[Photography]. Blair & Son. Two 1880s Photographs of the Green Family Mansion in Worcester. Worcester, MA: Blair & Son, nd c. 1880. Original edition. Boudoir card photographs (5.25" x 8.5", albumen photograph mounted on stiff cardboard) Boudoir Cards. Near Fine.

The Green Family mansion was built in 1850, replacing the original family homestead built by Dr. John Green in 1757. The original homestead was divided in two (side by side) and the new mansion was built in between, complete with 42 rooms. The mansion existed as part of Green Hill Park, after the land was purchased as park land in 1905. One room was used as a laboratory for students studying native birds and another was used as a lecture, assembly, and meeting room by the Worcester Natural History Society. In 1957, after 52 years of public use, the wooden mansion was torn down, with plights of vandalism, damage from the hurricane in 1948, and high maintenance costs contributing to the decision to destroy the historic structure. These two photographs show family members enjoying the rolling, landscaped lawns that sloped towards the pond. A handsome pair. (21627)   $75.00

[Design]. Scheidig, Alther and Klaus G. Beyer [Photography]. Weimar Crafts of the Bauhaus 1919-1924 An Early Experiment in Industrial Design. Leipzig: Werkstattarbeiten, 1966. First edition. Small quarto, pp. 157, indexed, illustrated with b/w and color photographs. Text in German. Cloth over Boards in Mylar Jacket. Very Good.

This book analyzes the development of the Bauhaus from its Arts and Crafts origins and early Expressionist atmosphere toward functionalism and the utilization of technological and industrial processes. The author states that the attitude expressed by Gropius and his colleagues was a Morrisian dedication to honest craftsmanship. But the development, both toward industrialization and an aesthetic of mechanization, was very rapid. New aesthetic principles prevailed; there was beauty in the machine. The examples in this book of textiles and pottery pay homage to the Arts and Crafts movement, but have their own unique style and charm. Very scarce. (21628)   $50.00

[Architecture]. Hara, Kenya. Architecture for Dogs. Tokyo: TOTO Publishing, 2013. First edition. Octavo, pp. 240, illustrated with b/w specification drawings and color photographs. Text in English and Japanese. Cloth over Boards. New in new dustjacket.

This is the first in-depth look at Kenya Hara's cutting-edge project on architecture for dogs. An impressive production in of itself, the title was created and designed by Kenya Hara and his team at Nippon Design Center. It features a detailed look at each of the all-star contributing architects, and at the original designs they've created for dogs. Includes detailed notes on the design challenge, the design process, and how each responds to the needs of a particular breed of dog. The hardcover title features photography by acclaimed photographer Hiroshi Yoda, the blue prints for each design, and photos from each of the three gallery exhibitions for Architecture For Dogs so far: Miami Design District, Long Beach Museum of art, and TOTO Gallery Ma, in Tokyo. The book also includes exclusive interviews with project director Kenya Hara, Imprint founder Julia Huang, and some of the all-star contributing architects. This would make an unforgettable gift for the dog person in your life! (21595)   $60.00

[Ladders]. Schuster, Brigitte. Arcatecture - Swiss Cat Ladders (Deluxe Edition). Basel, Bern, Switzerland: Christoph Merian Verlag, 2019. First edition. Octavo, pp. 320, more than 100 illustrations, mostly in color. Text in English and German. Color Pictorial Wraps. New.

This is a book to bury yourself in, to look and learn. By using impressive photographs, Brigitte Schuster documents cat ladders in Bern. The book also features an essay on the function and richness of these fantastic devices. This lovingly designed book is aimed at people who are curious about ideas of culture and home, cat lovers and cat ladder designers. It shows simple wooden planks and scaffolding-like structures, spiral staircases and zigzag structures. It serves for finding inspiration for personal projects and reflects a world in which cats and people approach each other on their own paths. This special edition is limited to 1100 copies, available exclusively here! (19954)   $60.00

[New York]. Brentano's. Old Buildings of New York City with some notes regarding their origin and occupants. New York: Brentano's, 1907. First edition. Small quarto, pp. 168, illustrated with b/w photographs. Ex-library markings. Cloth over Boards, gilt lettering. Near Fine.

Chapters focus on individual buildings in the boroughs of Manhattan, Bronx, Queens, and Richmond, such as City Hall, Astor Library, Grace Church, Fraunces' Tavern, Gouverneur Morris House, and much more. A very attractive book and one we have not been able to offer before. (21577)   $70.00

[Masonry]. Gage, Mary and James Gage . The Art of Splitting Stone: Early Rock Quarrying Methods in Pre-Industrial New England 1630-1825. Amesbury, MA: Powwow River Books, 2022. Third edition, greatly expanded. Quarto, pp. 229. Bibliography and Appendices. Illustrated with b/w drawings and photos. Paperback. New.

A detailed study of the history, tools, and methods used to split, hoist, and transport quarried stone in pre-industrial New England. Here in a much expanded 3rd edition, double the size and content of the second edition. (21474)   $35.00

[Architectural History]. Gage, Mary and James. A Handbook of Stone Structures in Northeastern United States. Amesbury, MA: Powwow River Books, 2012. Revised First edition, in 100 copies. Octavo, pp. 302. Illustrated with b/w photos and drawings. Glossy B/W Pictorial Cover. New.

A useful field guide to identifying Native American and agricultural stone structures one may encounter on hikes throughout the forest and conservation lands in New England. These include cairns, chambers, standing stones, walls, wells, Manitou stones and other structures. From this guide, one can identify, document, analyze and interpret the structures one sees. (19857)   $25.00

[Architects]. Kuehn, Henry H. Architects' Gravesites A Serendipitous Guide. Cambridge, MA: MIT Press, 2017. First edition. Octavo, pp. 131, indexed, illustrated with color photographs. Color Pictorial Wraps. New.

An illustrated guide to the monumental and non-monumental final resting places of more than 200 famous architects from Alvar Aalto to Frank Lloyd Wright, almost all of them in the United States. This volume is an architectural guide like no other, revealing as much about mortality as about monumentality. (21575)   $25.00

[Architects]. Haftertepe, Kenneth and James F. O'Gorman [Editors]. American Architects and Their Books to 1848 - signed by O'Gorman. Amherst, MA: 2001. Gift inscription "To Ellie and Dot and Wellesley days" by James O'Gorman. Cloth over Boards. Near Fine in Very Good DJ.

Since the Renaissance, books and drawings have been a primary means of communication among architects and their colleagues and clients. In this volume, twelve historians explore the use of books by architects in America in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, a period when the profession of architecture was first emerging in the United States. (21576)   $40.00

[Conservation]. Davey, Andy; Bob Heath; Desmond Hodges; Roy Milne; Mandy Palmer. The Care and Conservation of Georgian Houses A Maintenance Manual. London: Architectural Press, 1980. First (revised) paperback edition. Quarto, pp. 225, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs and drawings. Paperback. Very Good in Wraps.

Although our stock of Georgian buildings is still sadly diminishing, there is also a strong and growing movement for their care, conservation and re-use. This is a task which requires not only aesthetic sensitivity but also a great deal of hard technical knowledge about the materials and construction methods employed throughout the structure and the fabric of the building. This manual was developed for owners and architects involved in the care of the wealth of Georgian buildings in what is recognized as being one of the most architecturally distinguished parts of the Scottish capital. The value and interest of this manual was immediately recognized as going far beyond local boundaries; it is in fact a model for anyone - house owner, local authority or architect - who is responsible for the care and upkeep of a stone-built 18th-century building. (21611)   $80.00

[Conservation]. Weaver, Martin E. (with F.G. Matero). Conserving Buildings A Guide to Techniques and Materials. New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1993. First edition. Quarto, pp. 270, indexed, illustrated with 350 b/w photos and drawings. Cloth over Boards. Near Fine in Near Fine DJ.

Widely considered the best book on the subject by the best practitioner. An essential manual of conservation techniques. Building materials discussed include wood, stone, brick, terra cotta, cements, metals, paints, coatings, and glass. Cleaning, conservation and preservation techniques are covered using case studies from the Preservation Research Center at Columbia University. The authors are both noted experts in this field. (21612)   $75.00

[Books About Books]. Cheek, Richard. Selling the Dwelling: The Books that Build America's Houses, 1775-2000. New York: Grolier Club, 2013. First edition, Limited. Quarto, pp. 288. Illustrated with 749 color illustrations. Limited edition of 1,500 copies. Cloth over Boards. New in new dustjacket.

A beautifully produced, visually spectacular catalog for the exhibit of the same name, showing at New York's Grolier Club through February of 2014. Written by exhibit curator and architectural photographer Richard Cheek, this book documents the development and influence of the house design book, from early American builders' manuals through the rise of popular pattern books and catalogs for kit homes and house designs. "In this illustrated survey - the first of its kind to showcase the enormous variety and graphic appeal of these materials - Richard Cheek highlights the more visually arresting and socially compelling examples, focusing on books that reveal the character of our country as much as they do the style of our houses." Filled with over 600 examples, this thoroughly researched volume is a significant contribution to the study of American domestic architecture and the influence of published architectural designs on America's homes. (19170)   $60.00

[Interiors]. The Herman Miller Furniture Co. The Herman Miller Collection furniture designed by George Nelson, Charles Eames, Isamu Noguchi, Paul Laszlo. Zeeland, MI: The Herman Miller Furniture Co., 1949. First edition. Oblong quarto, pp. 72, illustrated with b/w photographs. Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

Herman Miller is a pioneer in American modern design. The ergonomic office, green building, authentic design, lean manufacturing: Herman Miller had a hand in shaping it all. This lovely catalog illustrated their line in b/w photographs, and includes dimensions and model numbers for the photographed furniture. From the collection of architect Leon Clemmer, who signed the book inside the front cover. Clemmer was known for many projects, including Glenside Library which won honors from the Pennsylvania Society of Architects with its Distinguished Building Award. (21478)   $175.00

[Architectural History]. Gottfried, Herbert and Jennings, Jan. American Vernacular Interior Architecture 1870-1940. New York: Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1988. First edition. Quarto, pp. xxiv, 438, indexed, illustrated with b/w architectural specification drawings. Glossy Pictorial Wraps. Very Good.

A comprehensive look at the development of a distinct American vernacular architecture, as national design trends were adapted to local conditions and tastes. An engaging, scholarly work on the subject by two Cornell University professors. (21445)   $40.00

[Architecture]. Kelly, J. Frederick. Early Domestic Architecture of Connecticut. Atglen, PA: Schiffer, 2007. Reprint. Quarto, pp. 210, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs and drawings. Oversized Paperback. Very Good.

An accurate and thorough study of early American architecture and construction. This is the early, large format edition of an important, influential study. On a par with Abbott Lowell Cummings "The Framed Houses of Massachusetts Bay, 1625-1725." (21520)   $30.00

[New England]. Schuler, Stanley. Architectural Details from Old New England Homes. West Chester, PA: Schiffer, 1987. First edition. Large octavo, pp. 176, illustrated w/ color and b/w photographs. Original Wraps. Very Good in Wraps.

Over 350 color and black-and-white photographs show the various architectural styles of old New England homes with special attention to the details. A supporting text explains the history and significance of the style. Architectural drawings provide close-up views of fireplaces, doorways, windows, stairs, and cupboards built in the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. (21549)   $30.00

[Metal]. Whitaker-Glessner Company. New York Stock Ceiling Designs, Catalog 400. Wheeling, WV: Canton Steel Ceiling Co., 1917. First edition. Oblong quarto, pp. 54, illustrated with b/w photographs. Some pencil notations on the front cover. Small dark stain on title page. Decorated Original Wraps with cloth spine. Good; cover heavily soiled and edgeworn, moderate water staining.

This catalog displayed metal ceiling designs that were in stock for immediate shipment from their New York warehouse. The photographs included measurements of each feature, and some of the borders and center medallions also had a side profile indicated. These details make this catalog very useful for the buyer to envision the scale of each decoration. Unusual; we haven't had a catalog from this company before. (20130)   $75.00

[Carpentry]. Peterson, Charles E. [Editor]. Building Early America: Contributions toward the History of a Great Industry. Radnor, PA: Chilton Book Co, 1976. First edition, as stated. Octavo, pp. 407, indexed, color frontis, profusely illustrated with drawings, photographs, and diagrams. Proceedings of the Symposium held at Philadelphia to celebrate the 250th Birthday of the Carpenters' Company of the City and County of Philadelphia. Texts by 22 contributors. Hard Cover. Very Good in Very Good DJ.

Great resource. A very impressive publication, extremely well documented and illustrated. A case in point: Diana Waite's chapter on "Roofing for Early America" covers thatch, ceramic tile, wood shingles, slate, tinplate, zinc, galvanized iron, and composition roofing, all in scholarly yet readable style, beautifully illustrated and painstakingly referenced. A wonderful study for historians of the building trades and architecture. (21496)   $35.00

[Millwork]. Curtis Companies Inc. Architectural Interior and Exterior Woodwork Standardized The Permanent Furniture for Your Home. Clinton, IA: Curtis Companies, Inc., 1920. First printing. Quarto, pp. 238, illustrated with b/w and color drawings. There is a modest ink stamp by a previous owner on the front and back endpapers and on the title page. Cloth over Boards. Very good.

A nice early 20th century trade catalogue with an abundance of product drawings, including doors, windows, furniture, moldings, mantels, and more. The products are illustrated in the context of the room in which they are intended, which gives us a great peek into room design and ornamentation in post-WWI homes. (21492)   $60.00

[New York]. E. W. Howell Company. Noted Long Island Homes. Babylon, Long Island: E. W. Howell Company, 1933. Numbered edition, #634. Folio (10.25" x 13"), pp. 46 plus 30 pages of period advertisements. Original Wraps. Very Good.

Lovely photographs of exteriors and interiors of some of Long Island's celebrated manor homes, documented by the builder of many of them. Many different architectural styles are represented. (21294)   $120.00

[Interiors]. Rollins, Mabel [Editor]. The House Beautiful Fall Building Number, September 1919 Volume XLVI, Number III. Boston: The House Beautiful Publishing Company, 1919. First edition. Large Quarto, pp. 84, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs and drawings, and period advertisements. Staplebound Wraps. Very Good in Wraps.

Featuring noteworthy houses by well-known architects, such as the Atwood home in East Gloucester, Mass., the oldest house in upper New York, and the Pierce-Nichols House in Salem, Mass. Other articles cover heating your home, what type of house will cost the least, building from local materials, the planning of the basement, retaining walls and their construction, real vs. sham half-timber work. selecting hardware for the house, a home greenhouse, planning the wiring in your home, shrinkage of interior trim, and much more. Well illustrated and chock full of interesting reading. (21603)   $40.00

[Interiors]. The House Beautiful Publishing Company. The House Beautiful Small House Number, May 1916. Boston: The House Beautiful Publishing Company, 1916. First edition. Large Quarto, pp. 31, xlii, 4, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs and drawings, and period advertisements. Staplebound Wraps. Very Good in Wraps.

An issue devoted to the small home, and featuring homes in New York City, Massachusetts, and New Jersey, plus articles on decorative ironwork, fireproofing the small home, the bathroom for the small home, small-house details, ready-made doors, and much more. A very beautiful issue in very nice condition. (21624)   $40.00

[Interiors]. The House Beautiful Publishing Company. The House Beautiful City House & Apartment Number, November 1916. Boston: The House Beautiful Publishing Company, 1916. First edition. Large Quarto, pp. 67, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs and drawings, and period advertisements. Staplebound Wraps. Very Good in Wraps.

An issue devoted to the city apartments and homes, with articles on the bungalow courts of California, house plants that thrive, cooperative ownership of apartment houses, staircase and hall in an unusual city house, suburban house designs, fresh air in the city house, Old Baltimore, dustproofing the house, and much more. Very well illustrated and interesting reading. (21625)   $40.00

[Garden Furniture]. Wright, Richardson [Editor]. House & Garden June 1921, Garden Furnishing Number Vol No. 39, No. 6. New York: Conde Nast, 1921. First edition. Large Quarto, pp. 100, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs and drawings, and period advertisements. Staplebound Wraps. Very Good in Wraps.

This issue was the 21st birthday of House & Garden magazine, and it was devoted to garden furnishings. The editor felt that there were a lot of changes in the exterior of the home since the founding of the magazine, and focusing on the garden was a good theme for their anniversary issue. Some of the topics covered in this issue: the highways and by-paths of the garden, a porch room on a city roof, forgotten flowers, oil jars as garden ornaments, the niche in the scheme of decoration, decorative tiles inside and out the house, native shrubs for American homes, pleasant places for the privacy of guests, and much more. A very beautiful issue, with cover art by Henry George Brandt. (21629)   $40.00

[Sculpture]. King, Robert Arthur. Faces in Stone: Architectural Sculpture in New York City. New York: W. W. Norton, 2008. First edition. Oblong Octavo, pp. 144. Indexed, thoroughly illustrated with b/w photos. Hardcover. As New in Near Fine dustjacket.

A bird's eye view of some of New York City's sculptural treasures, hiding in plain sight on the facades of the city's prominent buildings. This book focuses on the human figure in architectural ornamentation, often fantastic and mythical in theme and form. (21596)   $30.00

[Maryland]. Lanier, Gabrielle M. and Bernard L. Herman. Everyday Architecture of the Mid-Atlantic: Looking at Buildings and Landscapes. Baltimore: Johns Hopkins University Press, 1997. First edition. Quarto, pp. 403. Indexed, richly illustrated with b/w photographs. Pictorial Wraps. New.

An in-depth look at the architectural styles that developed in the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. before WWII. A worthy addition to the architectural historian's library. (21609)   $35.00

[Maryland]. Touart, Paul Baker. Somerset: An Architectural History. Baltimore: Maryland Historical Trust, 1990. First edition. Pictorial Wraps. Very Good.

This is a superb, and certainly definitive study of historic architecture in the incredibly rich ground of Somerset County Maryland. The book includes narrative discussion of the architectural history of the county arranged chronologically, enhanced with black and white photographs, floor plans and elevations. There is a fantastic, comprehensive inventory of historic sites that is worth the price of the book alone. While you may think the coverage area is too limited, Somerset County has preserved an astonishing set of important colonial, federal and romantic buildings. This will prove to be an indispensable source for architectural historians of this area. (21610)   $40.00

[Restoration]. Timmons,Sharon [Editor]. Preservation and Conservation: Principles and Practices. Proceedings of the North American International Regional Conference. Washington DC: Preservation Press, 1976. First edition. Octavo, pp. xxi. 546. Individual contributions from an extensive conservation conference held in Williamsburg and Philadelphia. Very scientific and scholarly, by the noted experts of the day.  Publisher's cloth in dust jacket. Very Good, but mild ex-library.

A monumental undertaking, which presented the state of the art at the time of the bicentennial. At once scientific/scholarly but practical. Important reference work for the professional. (8466)   $35.00

[Electrical]. Ferro, Maximilian L. and Melissa L. Cook. Electric Wiring and Lighting in Historic American Buildings Guidelines for Restoration and Rehabilitation Projects. New Bedford, MA: AFC/A Nortek Company, 1984. First edition. Quarto, pp 102. Illustrated with b/w drawings and photographs . Original Wraps. Near Fine.

Electricity is frequently considered to be a problematic presence in historic structures - a vital part of making the building usable, but potentially a major destructive factor. This book covers the history of insulation, past and present wiring systems such as knob and tube, and rewiring historic buildings. The topic of lighting is also explored in detail, including illustrations of many historic fixtures. Extremely useful, well organized and easy to understand. (21613)   $40.00

[Maryland]. Wilson, Everett B. Maryland's Colonial Mansions and Other Early Houses. New York: A. S. Barnes and Co., Inc., 1965. First edition. Cloth over Boards. As New in Fine DJ.

Although Maryland has many fascinating old houses built in colonial and post-colonial times, most of them, including some of the largest and most luxurious, are virtually unknown except to nearby residents. In this book, the author conducts the reader on a guided, county-by-county tour of these houses and of the surroundings enjoyed by the early residents of "the land of gracious living." The book contains well over 400 photographs of the interiors, exteriors, and dependencies - smoke houses, slave houses, privies - of more than 200 of these buildings, most of which are still private homes. (21614)   $25.00

[Architecture]. Davis, Deering and Dorsey, Stephen P. and Hall, Ralph Cole. Georgetown Houses of the Federal Period: Washington, DC 1780-1830. New York: Architectural Book Publishing Co., 1944. First edition. Octavo, pp. 130, endpaper maps, bibliography, maps, and b/w photos included. Analysis of notable Federal style Georgetown dwellings. Includes many illustrations and a walking tour itinerary. List of existing structures built before 1825. Original Cloth. Very Good in Very Good DJ.

Sooner or later, most Americans have (or make) some occasion to visit Washington. That is as it should be. Sooner or later too, most of those drawn to Washington become aware of Georgetown, that unique square mile where shady streets lead one past old houses which often look much as they did when Washington and Jefferson passed by. In this book, one finds memorials, not infrequently built by these very men to be their own homes. On and in these old homes are messages. Just as they stand, they are sermons on architecture; on all the arts of gracious living; on what constitutes the good life; the sound society. Perhaps this book may help you to read these wordless messages, to hear these silent sermons. In any case, you will enjoy its pictures and stories and because of it, you will the more appreciate the old town. (21615)   $20.00

[Furniture]. Gloag, John. Georgian Grace: A Social History of Design from 1660 to 1830. London: Spring Books, 1967. Second edition. Small quarto, pp. 42,. indexed, illustrated with over 300 line drawings and engravings as well as 48 half-tone plates. Original Cloth. Very Good in Good DJ .

In this book, the author considers the social history of design from 1660 to 1830, drawing his examples and most of his material from contemporary sources, and suggests reasons for the extraordinary standards achieved during that period. Architecture and the crafts that serve it take pride of place, with due emphasis on the pervading influence of architectural design on the background and accompaniments of daily living; and the fourteen chapters of the book range from furniture styles, clothes and fashions to the design of decanters and wineglasses, fireplaces and mantelpieces, coaches and sedan chairs. A massive study, very detailed and wonderfully illustrated. Great background study of the period. (21616)   $40.00

[Architectural History]. Girouard, Mark. The Victorian Country House revised and enlarged edition. New Haven, CT: Yale University Press, 1990. Fourth printing. Octavo, pp. vii, 467, indexed, richly illustrated in color and b/w. Perfect Bound. Near Fine.

The great wealth of 19th-century Britain led to an astonishing boom in the building of country houses. These houses were generally of an enormous size and complexity, and exhibited a remarkable variety of design. The author displays his vast knowledge and critical insight in a wide-ranging approach to this fascinating subject. He deals not only with the houses themselves but also with the architects involved, the social and economic conditions that made such massive structures possible, the cumbersome domestic organization that dictated their design, and the ingenious technological developments in plumbing, heating and construction that enhanced the comfort of country living. (21617)   $30.00

[Virginia]. Rouse, Parke Jr. Virginia: A Pictorial History. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1975. Second Printing. Cloth over Boards. As New in Fine DJ.

From its first settlement by the English in 1607 down to today, Virginia has enjoyed a rich, varied, and splendid history. That history is now presented for the first time in pictures - in more than 750 magnificent illustrations, all of them contemporary with the events described. No other book devoted to Virginia provides such a rich treat for the eye or is so ideally suited as a souvenir album, gift book, or library reference book for all those interested in the commonwealth's great tradition. (21619)   $40.00

[Maryland]. Pogue, Robert E. T. Old Maryland Landmarks A Pictorial Story of Interesting People, Places, and Events in Old Maryland. Bushwood, MD: Robert E. T. Pogue, 1972. First edition. Cloth over Boards. As New.

The author takes the reader on a tour of Old Maryland, which begins on St. Clement's Island and continues through five of Maryland's older counties. There are about 250 photographs. (21620)   $30.00

[Interiors]. Gilliatt, Mary with Elizabeth Wilhide. Period Style. Boston: Little Brown & Co, 1990. First American edition. Ocatvo, pp. 223, indexed, illustrated w/color photos & drawings, covers Georgian, Colonial, Empire, Regency, Federal, Biedermeier, Victorian, Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Modern, and Art Deco styles. Cloth over Boards. As New in Fine DJ.

This book will lead you through the fascinating challenge of restoring or renovating your home, showing you how to create or recreate period schemes with confidence. The book begins with a succinct, illuminating introduction to the great stylistic movements. Each chapter contains a historical outline followed by several practical projects that suggest the simplest ways of evoking the atmosphere of each period in your home - from Georgian and American Colonial to High Victorian and Art Deco. These sections provide guidance on how to choose all the correct architectural details, paint colors, decorative finishes, fabrics and furniture, as well as ornaments and art. Accompanied by 270 full-color photographs of interiors, not merely of grand houses, but also of stunning rooms on a smaller scale, and helpful color diagrams, each historical style is analyzed and explained, allowing you to choose the one best suited to your home. (21621)   $35.00

[Furniture]. Winkler, Gail Caskey and Roger W. Moss. Victorian Interior Decoration: American Interiors, 1830-1900 How the Victorians decorated walls, ceilings, woodwork, floors, and windows - complete with original color schemes. New York: Henry Holt & Co, 1986. Second printing. Quarto, pp. x, 257, indexed, glossary, bibliography, illustrated with b/w and color photographs. Original Red Cloth. Near Fine in Fine DJ.

This authoritative look at the way American Victorian houses were decorated during the 19th century will show you how your Victorian house got the way it is, as well as how you can make it look the way it once did. This book draws upon the same sources that the original homeowners used: the 19th century critics and architects who created the design standards of the Victorian era. All the essential elements of interior design are covered: floors and floor coverings, ceilings, woodwork, window treatments and draperies, paints, walls, and wallpapers. (21622)   $25.00

[Virginia]. Heblich, Fred T. and Mary Ann Elwood. Charlottesville and the University of Virginia A Pictorial History. Norfolk, VA: Donning Company, 1982. First edition. Limited edition of 2500 copies; this is number 626. A bookplate inside the front cover includes the signatures of both authors. Boards. Very Good in Very Good DJ.

Chapters: Settlement, Revolution, Stability 1762-1860; Civil War and Reconstruction 1860-1890; Growth, Expectations and Frustration 1890-1917; Prosperity, Depression and War 1917-1945; and Expansion, Consolidation and Preservation 1945-1982. Illustrated with dozens of b/w photographs and drawings. Also includes bibliography and index. (21623)   $40.00

[Lighting]. Myers, Denys Peter. Gaslighting in America A Guide for Historic Preservation. New York: Dover Publications, Inc, 1978. First edition. Quarto, pp. 279, indexed, illustrated with 119 b/w plates. Appendix (major manufacturers and their dates of charter), notes, bibliography and index. Perfect Bound. Very Good Wraps, Minor Wear.

A wonderful visual reference for the period homeowner or professional working with gas lighting (or replicated gaslights). Visually well done, and solid research. An important work on the subject. (11315)   $25.00