Victorian Heritage: Ornamental Cast Iron In 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: E. Graeme Robertson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Georgian House, Melbourne, 1960
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This authoritative volume, Victorian Heritage: Ornamental Cast Iron In Architecture, chronicles the intricate world of decorative cast iron as it shaped the aesthetic of Victorian buildings. It presents a meticulous examination of the craftsmanship, design evolution, and widespread application of this distinctive material across various architectural styles of the era. The text details the historical context and cultural significance behind the widespread adoption of ornamental ironwork, illustrating its profound impact on urban landscapes and individual structures. Readers gain a comprehensive understanding of the techniques and artistic sensibilities that defined this unique period in architectural history. This essential reference offers invaluable insights for enthusiasts and scholars of Victorian design and architectural preservation.
Author: E. Graeme Robertson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Georgian House, Melbourne, 1960
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This authoritative volume, Victorian Heritage: Ornamental Cast Iron In Architecture, chronicles the intricate world of decorative cast iron as it shaped the aesthetic of Victorian buildings. It presents a meticulous examination of the craftsmanship, design evolution, and widespread application of this distinctive material across various architectural styles of the era. The text details the historical context and cultural significance behind the widespread adoption of ornamental ironwork, illustrating its profound impact on urban landscapes and individual structures. Readers gain a comprehensive understanding of the techniques and artistic sensibilities that defined this unique period in architectural history. This essential reference offers invaluable insights for enthusiasts and scholars of Victorian design and architectural preservation.