Shaker Architecture
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Herbert Schiffer
Binding: Hardback
Published: Schiffer Publishing, 1979
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: General wear and fraying external dust cover, pages in very good condition
Shaker Architecture by Herbert Schiffer presents a comprehensive study of the distinctive building traditions of the Shaker communities. This authoritative volume chronicles the functional beauty and spiritual principles embedded within their structures, from meetinghouses to workshops and dwellings. It illustrates how their commitment to simplicity, utility, and communal living shaped an architectural style renowned for its clean lines and innovative design. The text uncovers the meticulous craftsmanship and enduring legacy of Shaker builders, offering a detailed look at their construction methods and aesthetic philosophy. This essential work provides invaluable insights into a significant chapter of American architectural and cultural history.
Author: Herbert Schiffer
Binding: Hardback
Published: Schiffer Publishing, 1979
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: General wear and fraying external dust cover, pages in very good condition
Shaker Architecture by Herbert Schiffer presents a comprehensive study of the distinctive building traditions of the Shaker communities. This authoritative volume chronicles the functional beauty and spiritual principles embedded within their structures, from meetinghouses to workshops and dwellings. It illustrates how their commitment to simplicity, utility, and communal living shaped an architectural style renowned for its clean lines and innovative design. The text uncovers the meticulous craftsmanship and enduring legacy of Shaker builders, offering a detailed look at their construction methods and aesthetic philosophy. This essential work provides invaluable insights into a significant chapter of American architectural and cultural history.