Thomas skaife (10 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. In English.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Instantaneous Photography, Mathematical And Popular; Including Practical Instructions On The Manipulation Of The Pistolgraph (1860) is a book written by Thomas Skaife. The book is focused on the art of instantaneous photography, which was a relatively new technology at the time of the book's publication. The book provides both mathematical and popular explanations of the technology, as well as practical instructions on how to manipulate the pistolgraph, which was a type of camera used for instantaneous photography. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of instantaneous photography. The first section provides an overview of the technology and its history, as well as an explanation of the principles behind it. The second section focuses on the practical aspects of using a pistolgraph, including instructions on how to set it up and use it effectively. The third section of the book is devoted to the mathematics of instantaneous photography. This section includes detailed explanations of the calculations involved in capturing an image using a pistolgraph, as well as examples and exercises to help readers better understand the concepts. Overall, Instantaneous Photography, Mathematical And Popular; Including Practical Instructions On The Manipulation Of The Pistolgraph (1860) is a comprehensive guide to the art of instantaneous photography. It provides both theoretical and practical information, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in this fascinating technology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 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 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.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Zustand: New.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This comprehensive guide to civil architecture provides a detailed exploration of the principles and properties of building. From the materials used to the design principles employed, this book covers all aspects of building construction. With its step-by-step instructions and detailed illustrations, this book is a valuable resource for architects and builders alike.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 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.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 Edition. Hardback. Large 8vo. pp iv, 104. Original publisher's deep brown cloth, lettered gilt on the front cover. Illustrated By Donkeiana. Satirical and critical attack on the Royal academy with accusations of charlatanism. The text includes correspondence between Skaife and J.P. Knight, R.A., Secretary of the Royal Academy from 1847 to 1873. The frontispiece shows an ass seeming to address a company of asses, one of whom is seated at an easel. Presentation from the author on the title page (without a signature), 'To Herbert Williams Esq. with the Author's kind regards'. Slight foxing to preliminaries with faint signs of shelf wear, otherwise a superior, VG+ copy. Excellent condition. Signedes.…

leather_bound. Zustand: Modern full brown calf. Fine. Third edition. 387 pages. 21 x 13 cm. Two engraved folding plates of circular staircases and components. Originally published 1774. COLVIN p.739. "advertised himself in "Aris's Birmingham Gazette" as a Surveyor and Builder from London, who proposes drawing Plans, Elevations and Sections.He was a carpenter and joiner by trade." This work presents a detailed discussion of the methods and practices of measuring materials and estimating jobs. Moderate age-toning, portion of second plate professionally repaired and restored in facsimile on old paper, raised bands, spine label printed in gilt, cover border panels decorated in blind.…

Full leather. 1st edition. 1st ed., octavo, pp.iv, 296, (xvi, contents, subscribers), 'Sion College' stamp to verso of t.p. with stamp date, eps foxed with ink markings to fep, full leather, hinges weak, edges chipped and worn with some loss, cnrs bumped, later restored spine with red titled leather label, contents generally clean, complete and in very good condn Rare first edition by English carpenter and joiner, Thomas Skaife. Published same year as the great London Building Act of 1774, known as the 'Black Act'.…

Zustand: Very Good. First Edition. Book measures 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches. Pagination, complete, 296pp, plus 16pp, contents and subscribers list. Rebound in full modern antiquarian style calf, raised bands, gilt lines, red leather title label, retaining the period endpapers. Although the binding is modern, it does not look that recent, [ probably 30/40 years old ]. Binding in very good clean firm condition.Internally, early previous owners name, [ Henry Holt ] [ dated 1837 ], on front fixed endpaper, also on one other page, title page has a closed tear that has been repaired. Some occasional spotting, or dirt marking. Pages in very good clean condition. A very nice copy, of a rare book. Size: 8vo.…