Stone Architecture : Ancient and Modern Construction Skills – Alfonso Acocella

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In this sweeping volume, Professor Acocella analyzes every type of stone, from those used by the Egyptians to the marble used by Mies van der Rohe. Stone as a material is not only analyzed from a historical point of view, it is categorized and examined according to its technological usage. The book is based on comparison and confrontation between origins, archetypes and present-day themes, examining a variety of projects from around the world. It provides an in-depth analysis of the enormous potential of building in stone. A combination of dense, carefully construed chapters are designed to summarize the essence of the material in its various architectonic roles through a series of specially created technical drawings, and a range of original drawings and photos.

An exceptionally heavy book, Shipping will be dear. Condition : Tight Clean free from inscription. Dust Wrapper very very good. Lovely copy indeed:

NOTE there are about 6 of this book listed online internationally values run between
$1450 and $650 see our copy $350+-

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SKU: 9788876246968 Category: Title: Stone Architecture : Ancient and Modern Construction Skills
Author: Alfonso Acocella
Publisher: Skira
Year: 2006
ISBN10: 8876246967
ISBN13: 9788876246968
Condition: Very Good
Format: Coffee Table
Inventory No: 830

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In this sweeping volume, Professor Acocella analyzes every type of stone, from those used by the Egyptians to the marble used by Mies van der Rohe. Stone as a material is not only analyzed from a historical point of view, it is categorized and examined according to its technological usage. The book is based on comparison and confrontation between origins, archetypes and present-day themes, examining a variety of projects from around the world. It provides an in-depth analysis of the enormous potential of building in stone. A combination of dense, carefully construed chapters are designed to summarize the essence of the material in its various architectonic roles through a series of specially created technical drawings, and a range of original drawings and photos.

An exceptionally heavy book, Shipping will be dear. Condition : Tight Clean free from inscription. Dust Wrapper very very good. Lovely copy indeed:

NOTE there are about 6 of this book listed online internationally values run between
$1450 and $650 see our copy $350+-

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Weight 5.5 kg
Dimensions 34 × 24 × 6.4 cm

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