New York Detail A Treasury of Ornamental Splendor

Name: New York Detail A Treasury of Ornamental Splendor
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ISBN: 9780811810562

ISBN-10: 0811810569

ISBN-13: 9780811810562

Edition: 1995

Authors: Yumiko Kobayashi, Ryo Watanabe

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Captivated by the grandeur of the Big Apple, native New Yorkers and visitors alike often miss the abundance of architectural ornaments that adorn the city's venerable buildings. Elegant scrolls, fanciful gargoyles, whimsical creatures, and delicate flowers are just a few of the splendid elements that grace virtually every city block. New York Detail: A Treasury of Ornamental Splendorcaptures the full artistry and imagination of these architectural treasures with over 850 full-color photographs, organized by material (terra-cotta, iron, etc.) and type of ornament. A brief history of New York City architecture and a glossary of terms illustrated with line drawings complete this magnificent…

Book details

List price: $22.95
Copyright year: 1995
Publisher: Chronicle Books LLC
Publication date: 9/1/1995
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 132
Size: 9.75" wide x 9.75" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.386
Language: English



Foreword: The Heritage of New York


Introduction


Materials


Details


Facades


Map


Afterword


Bibliography