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A glossary of terms used in Grecian, Roman, Italian, and Gothic architecture : exemplified by seventeen hundred woodcuts: two volumes in three
by Parker, John Henry (1806-1884)
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- Hardcover
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About This Item
Oxford : John Henry Parker, 1850. The fifth edition enlarged. Hardcover. Near fine set in the original publisher's gilt-blocked and blind-bordered cloth, edges very slightly toned. Corners sharp with an overall tight, bright and clean impression. Provenance; includes a previous owner's armorial bookplate with the motto 'Virtutis Gloria Merces'. Physical description; 2 volumes in 3. Subjects; Architecture as Topic. Gothic. Gothic Architecture. Architecture.
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- Bookseller
- MW Books Ltd.
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 290752
- Title
- A glossary of terms used in Grecian, Roman, Italian, and Gothic architecture : exemplified by seventeen hundred woodcuts: two volumes in three
- Author
- Parker, John Henry (1806-1884)
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- The fifth edition enlarged
- Publisher
- Oxford : John Henry Parker
- Date Published
- 1850
- Note
- May be a multi-volume set and require additional postage.
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