The Construction Of Gothic Cathedrals: A Study Of Medieval Vault Erection
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: John Fitchen
Binding: Hardback
Published: Clarendon Press, Oxford, 1961
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Previous owner details to FEP, slightly soiled DJ with discolouration and chips, tanning and foxing to pages.
This scholarly work presents a meticulous examination of the engineering marvels behind medieval Gothic cathedrals. It chronicles the intricate methods and innovative techniques employed in the erection of their iconic vaults, offering a profound understanding of the architectural ingenuity of the era. John Fitchen's The Construction Of Gothic Cathedrals: A Study Of Medieval Vault Erection details the practical challenges and solutions faced by master builders, illustrating the complex interplay of design and construction that defined these monumental structures. The text provides an authoritative account, shedding light on the historical context and the skilled craftsmanship essential to these enduring architectural achievements.
Author: John Fitchen
Binding: Hardback
Published: Clarendon Press, Oxford, 1961
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Previous owner details to FEP, slightly soiled DJ with discolouration and chips, tanning and foxing to pages.
This scholarly work presents a meticulous examination of the engineering marvels behind medieval Gothic cathedrals. It chronicles the intricate methods and innovative techniques employed in the erection of their iconic vaults, offering a profound understanding of the architectural ingenuity of the era. John Fitchen's The Construction Of Gothic Cathedrals: A Study Of Medieval Vault Erection details the practical challenges and solutions faced by master builders, illustrating the complex interplay of design and construction that defined these monumental structures. The text provides an authoritative account, shedding light on the historical context and the skilled craftsmanship essential to these enduring architectural achievements.