Maxwell ayrton (9 Ergebnisse)

Quarter Bound in Linen. Zustand: Very Good. No. 196pp. 239 b&w illustrations. There is a little staining to the bottom corner of the pages, else a very good copy. Heavy item, please ask for a quote for postage.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Wrought Iron and Its Decorative Use' is an authoritative exploration of the craftsmanship and aesthetic evolution of ironwork as a medium for both utility and beauty. Written by Maxwell Ayrton and Arnold Silcock, this work provides a comprehensive survey of the history of wrought iron, particularly focusing on its integration into architecture and the decorative arts. The book delves into the technical mastery required to manipulate iron, tracing its development from early utilitarian forms to the highly ornate designs found in grand estates, churches, and public buildings. Through a detailed examination of styles and techniques, the authors highlight the artistic significance of gates, railings, and screens, showcasing how iron was used to define spaces and express architectural character across different historical periods. 'Wrought Iron and Its Decorative Use' serves as an invaluable resource for architects, designers, and historians, offering a deep appreciation for the blacksmith's skill and the enduring legacy of metal craftsmanship. By documenting the intricate details and structural possibilities of the material, this work remains a seminal reference for anyone interested in the intersection of traditional craft and decorative design.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Wrought Iron and Its Decorative Use' is an authoritative exploration of the craftsmanship and aesthetic evolution of ironwork as a medium for both utility and beauty. Written by Maxwell Ayrton and Arnold Silcock, this work provides a comprehensive survey of the history of wrought iron, particularly focusing on its integration into architecture and the decorative arts. The book delves into the technical mastery required to manipulate iron, tracing its development from early utilitarian forms to the highly ornate designs found in grand estates, churches, and public buildings. Through a detailed examination of styles and techniques, the authors highlight the artistic significance of gates, railings, and screens, showcasing how iron was used to define spaces and express architectural character across different historical periods. 'Wrought Iron and Its Decorative Use' serves as an invaluable resource for architects, designers, and historians, offering a deep appreciation for the blacksmith's skill and the enduring legacy of metal craftsmanship. By documenting the intricate details and structural possibilities of the material, this work remains a seminal reference for anyone interested in the intersection of traditional craft and decorative design.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

hardcover. Zustand: very good. First. 239 black & white photographic illustrations. 196 pages, small folio, black & grey cloth (rubbed and a bit damaged at foot of spine), 2 small bookplates on inside front cover and an ownership stamp on the title page. London: Country Life, (1929). First Edition.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. London - Country Life Ltd; New York: Charles Scribner's Sons - 1929 First edition - Hardcover. No jacket. Ex-library copy with the usual stamps or markings and may contain some pencil inscriptions. Re-cased/ re-jointed. Some pages are lightly tanned along the edges. Otherwise a good copy of this scarce and sought after reference work. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Please note, this is a heavy item, additional postage may be requested from international orders.…

hardcover. 1st. 4to, 196 pp. Slightest rubbing to spine tips, else a fine, tight copy. Profusely illustrated (illustrator).

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. 1st Edition. Gr 4° - 196 pp - 239 B/w Plates. Comprehensive study of iron smithing and its decorative use: General History - Fourteenth to Seventeenth Centuries Jean Tijou - The Welsh Smiths - The West of England Smiths - The Midland Smiths - The Decay and Revival of Smith Craft. First edition, text in English. Original binding. In Very good condition.…

Cloth. Zustand: Very Good Indeed. First edition. A superb first edition of this Country Life volume exploring wrought iron and its many decorative uses, lavishly illustrated throughout. The first edition.Michael Ayrton and Arnold Silcock's conclusive work on wrought iron, looking at its general history and its beautiful decorative uses.Chapters in this volume include looking at wrought iron in different centuries and in different parts of England, as well as a chapter of the Huguenot ironworker Jean Tijou, who worked on several key English Baroque buildings.Illustrated with in-text photographs throughout. In the original publisher's cloth binding. Externally, smart. A little discolouration to the extremities, and a few very light marks. Wrinkle to the tail of the front board, due to a crack to the front paste down. Light spots to the endpapers. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Very Good Indeed. Various (illustrator). book.…

4to, [xii], 196pp, b/w frontis., 239 b/w plates and illus., orig. cloth gilt. A practically fine copy.