Country, Park & City: The Architecture and Life of Calvert Vaux (Advanced Proof) Hardcover - 1998
by Kowsky, Francis R
- Used
- Fine
- Hardcover
The first in-depth study of the life and work of English architect Calvert Vaux (1824-1895)--who came to the United States in 1850 and worked with Frederick Law Olmsted in designing New York's Central Park. Among notable works ascribed to Vaux are the original portions of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the American Museum of Natural History, and many buildings that miorrored the advance of urbanization. 104 halftones. 19 linecuts.
Description
Standard delivery: 4 to 7 days
On Sale!
More books like this are on sale from Brenner's Collectable Books at 20% off!
Details
- Title Country, Park & City: The Architecture and Life of Calvert Vaux (Advanced Proof)
- Author Kowsky, Francis R
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition Text is Free of
- Condition Used - Fine
- Pages 392
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Oxford University Press, New York
- Date 1998
- Bookseller's Inventory # 013438
- ISBN 9780195114959 / 0195114957
- Weight 2.36 lbs (1.07 kg)
- Dimensions 10.27 x 7.31 x 1.11 in (26.09 x 18.57 x 2.82 cm)
- Reading level 1570
-
Themes
- Chronological Period: 19th Century
- Library of Congress subjects Architects - United States - Biography, Vaux, Calvert
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 97003780
- Dewey Decimal Code B
About Brenner's Collectable Books New Jersey, United States
35 Plus years buying and selling collectable books. Member ABAA, ILAB, IOBA.
An eclectic mix of good books specializing in Sci-Fi, Mystery, General Antiquarian, Books About Books, Signed First Editions, Vintage Paperbacks, Modern Fiction and many, many others. Prompt, professional customer service, always!.Please excuse any glare or reflections in the pictures. Books I know; photography not so much. I will answer any questions regarding condition if photos are unclear or provide additional photos if needed.
All books are stored in a temperature controlled library in a smoke free home. All books are professionally packed and shipped and all jacketed books will come with an archival Brodart jacket protector.
All orders ship within one business day. Standard mail is USPS Media Mail.
All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.
From the rear cover
Categories
Media reviews
Citations
- New York Times, 03/29/1998, Page 26
- NY Times Notable Bks of Year, 01/01/1999, Page 76