The American Artist's Manual, or Dictionary of Practical Knowledge in the Application of Philosophy to the Arts and Manufactures.

Sprache: Englisch

Verlag: Johnson & Warner, and R. Fisher, Philadelphia, PA, 1814

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Contemporary calf covers have gilt ruling, red labels on spines. Boards show some smudges, aging, bumps, scuffing, edgewear. Corners are bumped, worn, with exposed board. See photos. Spines have gilt text on red labels and are clear with chipped, frayed ends; foot of V. 2 is torn. See photos. Bindings are secure; cover boards are cracking at shoulders, back board V. 2 is detached. Pastedowns and feps have moderate foxing, staining. Owner's name on title page. Illustrations, engraved plates, are clear, plates are age toned, with scattered foxing, staining. Edgewear, some plates are split at folds. Interior is generally age-toned, exhibits moderate foxing, some stains, light edgewear. See photos. Inside pages are free of writing and intentional marks.** PS2025.0116** 5 1/8 x 8 3/8 inches** This scarce set on important technologies of the early 19th century, two volumes in contemporary calf, is in Good Plus condition. Leather covered boards show wear and are cracking at shoulders; interiors are age toned with scattered foxing and some edge wear, suggesting use as a practical reference work.** Indeed, this "Dictionary of Practical Knowledge" contains all the knowledge that a manufacturer could need in two volumes of closely printed text. Arranged alphabetically by matter, with an index at the back of Volume 2, these books combine the thirst for practical knowledge that was part of the Industrial Revolution with pride in American independence -- "original improvements" are made to the "European Systems" referenced, and all the material is adapted to use by manufacturers working in the United States. It includes paper making information, including the principal methods for the manufacture of paper for books and loose letters, that was later reprinted in a limited edition in the 20th century.** James Cutbush (1788-1823) taught chemistry, served in the U.S. Army, then became the medical officer at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. In 1814 Cutbush was elected to membership in the American Philosophical Society.** "Postage for oversized and international shipping will be calculated by size and weight. AbeBooks shipping quotes are ESTIMATES only. Seller Inventory #010142"**. …

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Titel
The American Artist's Manual, or Dictionary of Practical Knowledge in the Application of Philosophy to the Arts and Manufactures.
Autor
James Cutbush
Verlag
Johnson & Warner, and R. Fisher, Philadelphia, PA
Erscheinungsjahr
1814
Zustand
Good
Einband
Leatherbound
Sprache
Englisch
Auflage
1st Edition
Artikelgewicht
96 Unzen
Abmessungen
8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall
Verkäuferkataloge
Craftmanship & Technical, First, Signed, Collectible, Limited Editions, Reference & Instruction

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