Item #328306 The poetry of architecture : or, The architecture of the nations of Europe considered in its association with natural scenery and national character / by John Ruskin ; with illustrations by the author. John Ruskin.

The poetry of architecture : or, The architecture of the nations of Europe considered in its association with natural scenery and national character / by John Ruskin ; with illustrations by the author

1893, 1st edition. Sunnyside, Orpington ; London : George Allen. Provenance: E.T.V Bookplate. Good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat bumped and rubbed as with age. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Item #328306

Physical description: xii, 261 pages, 15 unnumbered leaves of plates: illustrations (some color); 30 cm. Notes:
Includes index. With illustrations by the author.
Contents: Part I. The cottage -- Part II. The villa.
Subjects: Ruskin, John 1819-1900. Architecture.
Architectural design.
Architectural criticism.
Architecture, Domestic.
Architecture, Domestic Europe. National characteristics, European.
Architecture and society Europe History. Cottages Europe. Villas, European.
Genre: Illustrated.

Price: €75.00

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