[Decorative Arts]. Racinet, M. A. L'Ornement Polychrome [Multicolor Ornament]. Paris: Librairie de Firmin Didot Freres, Fils, nd c. 1880. Second edition. Folio (12" x 16.5"), pp. 39 plus 100 full color chromolithographic plates, containing about 2,000 patterns of ancient art, Asian art, and art from the Middle Ages, Renaissance, 17th and 18th centuries. Text in French. Cloth over Boards, portfolio with loose leaves. Good; soiled color, chipped edges on pages, foxing, cloth ties broken.

Albert Charles Auguste Racinet, an accomplished artist in his own right, is best remembered for two works on the history of design. One of those works is this title, which features artwork from ancient civilizations through the eighteenth century. A great gift for art students, art lovers, history lovers, or for institutional collections. Beautifully illustrated and very scarce. This is the first time we've been able to offer this title. (21861)   $650.00

[Decorative Arts]. Kolb, H. Der Ornamentenschatz [The Treasure of Ornaments] a sample book of stylish ornaments from all art eras. Stuttgart: Julius Hoffmann, 1883. Second edition. Folio (10" x 13.5"), indexed, pp. 85 plus 85 plates, some in b/w but most in full color chromolithography, containing over 1000 ornaments, from the Egyptian era to the Victorian era. Text in German. Cloth over Boards, portfolio with loose leaves. Good; backstrip missing, weak hinges, heavy edgewear, text block very good.

The increasing interest in Arts & Crafts at the end of the 19th century led to a growing interest in the arts and crafts of older times. The examples in the book are ordered chronologically to show how ornamentation developed in various cultures over time. Particular attention was paid to arranging outstanding types of ornaments belonging to the same styles, which on the one hand is suitable for systematic study, but on the other hand also serves to teach the most diverse art enthusiasts, so that they can draw inspiration for new ideas. Very hard to find; this is the first time we've been able to offer this title. (21864)   $300.00

[Masonry]. Burn, R. Scott. The New Guide to Masonry, Bricklaying, and Plastering; Theoretical and Practical. London: Thomas C. Jack, ca. 1870. Original edition. Quarto, pp. xi, 440, indexed, illustrated with 160 plates and 346 wood engravings in text, extra illustrated title page, marbled endpapers. Attractive library book plate affixed to inside front cover for Supreme Council, 33rd degree, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, Southern Jurisdiction, USA, Washington DC. Half-Leather and textured cloth over boards. Fair; backstrip missing, front cover and first few pages detached but present, with an open tear to those first few pages, heavy corner wear; text block otherwise is bright and clean.

A scarce, mid-Victorian era manual on the subject, addressing the needs of both "operative Masons" and young architects and builders. References examples from the Universal Exposition in Paris of 1867, which influenced artists, architects, and writers of the time through exposure to the art of Japan, electrical technology, and the work of foreign experts in various fields. Rare in this edition, especially with a direct connection to Freemasonry in its ownership history. (21808)   $180.00

[Carpentry]. Riddell, Robert. The Carpenter and Joiner, Stair Builder, and Hand-Railer. Edinburgh: Thomas C. Jack, Grange Publishing Works, nd c. 1870. Second edition revised. Folio, pp. 125, illustrated with 57 plates, 4 on heavy card with cut-out flaps ("a series of Card-board Models"). A previous owner, Amos Northrop, signed the front endpaper in ink in 1877. Another owner, David Russell, attached a book plate to the front endpaper as well. Half bound in black with black patterned cloth, gilt lettering. Good; hinges splitting, rubbing and shelfwear, ffep loose.

Riddell's first edition had sold out in just 90 days, so this new edition gave him the chance to add the "Dignity of Mechanical Art" plate at the beginning, as well as changes to plates 9 and 10 as "a very important and decided improvement for the construction of the French or Mansard roof," alongside corrections to the text. This was one of the few American books republished in the UK during the 19th century, and was very popular. But copies with models intact - indicating that the buyer hadn't used the book as intended! - are unusual. (21865)   $275.00

[Carpentry]. Anonymous. The American Stair-Builder and Instructor being a new and practical treatise on the construction of stair-cases and hand-rails, showing plans of the various forms of stairs, method of placing the risers in the cylinders, general method of describing the face moulds for a hand-rail, and an expeditious method of squaring the rail. Useful also to stone masons constructing stone stairs and hand-rails. A new method of sawing the twist part of any hand-rail square from the face of the plank and to a parallel width, also a new method of forming the easings of the rail by a gauge. Preceded by some necessary problems in practical geometry with the sections of prismatic solids. New York: American Architectural Association, 1888. First edition. Folio (12" x 15"), pp. 29 (text) plus 29 full page b/w plates and several pages of period advertisements. Ex-library markings. Cloth over Boards. Very Good; heavy wear to edges of backstrip.

This is not a book of geometrical problems, or a collection of elaborate designs of stairs and casings, but a practical work on the construction of stairs and hand-rails designed to help the stair-builder and carpenter where it is most needed. It offers a new system in this important branch of carpentry, but one that is simple and easily applied to every description of stair-work and hand-rails. (21845)   $250.00

[Wood]. Edlin, Herbert L. What Wood is That? A Manual of Wood Identification with 40 actual samples and 79 illustrations in the text. New York: Viking Press, 1969. First edition. Octavo, pp. 160. 79 in-text b/w illustrations and 39 mounted wood samples (1 missing from original 40). The wood samples were reinforced with cellophane tape, which has become brown and brittle. Cloth over Boards. Very Good in Very Good DJ.

An interesting identification guide, with a fold-out section containing actual wood samples. This book introduces a useful classification system for wood based on its characteristics, and covers topics such as tree identification and wood features, appropriate applications and woodworking/finishing techniques, and the development of woodworking tools throughout the centuries. Offers invaluable information for every homeowner, hobbyist, carpenter, dealer, builder, architect and craftsman. (21469)   $40.00

[Building Trades]. Nicholson, Peter. The Mechanic's Companion, or the Elements and Practice of Carpentry, Joinery, Bricklaying, Masonry, Slaying, Plastering, Painting, Smithing, and Turning, comprehending the latest improvements and containing a full description of The Tools belonging to each branch of business; with copious directions for their use, and an explanation of the terms Used In Each Art; also an Introduction to Practical Geometry. Boston, MA: G. W. Cottrell, nd c. 1860. Original edition. Octavo, pp. 363, indexed, 40 plates by W. S. Barnard depict tools of the trade and instances of joinery, molding, staircases, and bricklaying. Embossed Cloth over Boards. Good; backstrip damage, weak hinges.

Covers bricklaying, masonry, slating, plastering, painting, smithing, turning, joinery, and carpentry, with an introduction to practical geometry. A wonderfully practical snapshot of the trades in the first half of the 19th century. (21814)   $150.00

[Paint]. International Association of Master Painters and Decorators. Painting and Decorating Working Methods: a Textbook for Apprentice, Journeyman, Housepainter, Decorator. New York: Theo. Audel & Co., 1938. Second edition - reprinted. Octavo, pp. xii, 294, illustrated by b/w photos & drawings, with color chip chart (one chip is torn) and 7-page publisher's catalog bound in. Original Cloth. Good; front hinge and backstrip splitting, cover stained, worn corners.

This book is intended to be a simple, orderly and progressive writing of the complete information needed to accomplish each class of work in the training of house painters and decorators, and its objective is to assist in the making of thoroughly trained, capable and reliable journeymen. Attractively illustrated. (21816)   $45.00

[Carpentry]. (Shrewesbury Publishing Co.). Practical Carpentry: A Complete Up-to-Date Explanation of Modern Carpentry and an Encyclopedia on the Modern Methods Used in the Erection of Buildings (2 parts in one volume). Chicago: Shrewesbury Publishing Co., 1930. First edition. Small quarto, pp. 255 in Vol. I, 253 in Vol. II, two volumes bound into one, both indexed and illustrated with b/w line drawings. Decorated Cloth over Boards. Good; cover worn and faded, endpapers browned and foxed.

The first volume covers geometry, arches, the steel square, house framing, roofs and roof construction. The second volume covers building construction, covering of roofs, mouldings, fastenings, and stair building. Both volumes have a section for questions and answers. A standard reference for early twentieth century tradesmen. (21817)   $45.00

[Brick]. Butterworth, B. Bricks and Modern Research The Permanence, Beauty, and Economy of the Face Brick House. London: Crosby Lockwood and Son, 1948. First edition. Small octavo, pp. xii, 160, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs and drawings. Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

This book was written by a research chemist who specialized in the study of clay building materials, and he felt that brick had possibilities not yet realized. He aimed to provide a convenient summary of the scientific knowledge of bricks for architects, brickmakers, builders and others, in hopes that new uses would be developed. (21818)   $90.00

[Paint]. Millar, Andrew. Scumbling and Colour Glazing A Practical Handbook for House Painters, Coach Painters and Others. London: The Trade Papers Publishing Co., 1924. Second edition, revised, rewritten and enlarged. Octavo, pp. 91, indexed, with 13 color plates (beautiful tipped-in paint chip charts), 40 pages of advertising for various building materials. Cloth over Boards. Good; chips have some condition issues, including warping, peeling, or clouding.

An amazing example of trade literature with some of the most impressive (grain painted and glazing) paint chips we've ever seen. Scumbling is the art of modifying a color by applying a very thin coat of opaque paint over it to give it a softer or duller effect. An indispensable resource for this unusual craft. Extremely scarce. (21819)   $175.00

[Stone]. Consiglio, Antonio. A Technical Guide to the Rational Use of Marble. Carrera, IT: Italian Marble Industrie, 1972. First edition. Quarto, pp. x, 223, illustrated with b/w photographs throughout text plus 140 color reproductions of marble types by Rizzoli in Milan. Specifications for each type is listed across from each plate (physical & mechanical tests of material by Institute of Construction Sciences at the University of Pisa). Signed neatly by a previous owner in ink on the front endpaper. Original Cloth on Boards, green w/white embossed lettering. Very Good.

An uncommon guide to the Italian marble industry: topics include exterior and interior veneers; floors; stairways, special applications, an index of marbles; and how to assess marbles by color and other properties. This is an invaluable reference for building technologists, architects, and other professionals! (21820)   $95.00

[Stone]. Chacon, Mark A. Architectural Stone: Fabrication, Installation, and Selection. New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1999. First edition. Quarto, pp xii, 227, indexed, illustrated with over 100 b/w and color photographs. Hard Cover. Very Good in Very Good DJ.

This book takes the guesswork out of stone selection, design and installation. The author provides detailed information on geological formation, physical characteristics, and fabrication techniques for igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic stone, and explains how these factors affect design and installation. Includes detailed instructions for all major installation techniques and examines the materials, systems, and specifications required for each technique, as well as methods of finishing, sealing, and maintaining installed stone. Detailed guidelines are presented for the selection of stone, including selection criteria and practical concerns, special considerations for interior and exterior installations, informal testing and practical analysis, and the availability and suitability of particular types of stone. A one-stop source for complete information on building stones. (21821)   $50.00

[Carpentry]. Kidder, Frank Eugene. Building Construction and Superintendence: Part II: Carpenters' Work. New York: William T. Comstock, 1899. Fourth edition. Quarto, pp. 544, indexed, 525 b/w illustrations plus 8 pages of advertisements. Ex-library markings. Original Brown Cloth. Good; heavy edge and corner wear, repaired hinges.

Chapters on the building and finishing woods of the United States; wood framing; sheathing, windows and outside door frames; outside finish, gutters, shingle roofs; interior woodwork, rough work, doors, standing finish, floors, stairs; builders' hardware; heavy framing; and specifications. Two appendices cover patented devices used in connection with carpenters' work, and tables of the strength of materials. The author was a structural engineer trained at MIT, and practicing architect in Denver. He was well known as a "consulting architect," being, we believe, the first architect to assume that title in this country. (21823)   $75.00

[Stone]. ICS Staff. ICS #159 - Building Stone, Brickwork, Lighting Fixtures, Architectural Design. Scranton, PA: International Textbook Co., 1909. First edition. Octavo, pp. v, ~ 450, indexed, illustrated with color plates and b/w engravings. Hard Cover. Very Good; 1" open tear at top of backstrip.

As with all the International Textbook technical series for Tradesmen, solid, trustworthy and practical studies, wonderfully illustrated. Eight parts in one, giving a wonderful snapshot about the building trades and building materials in the late nineteenth century. Because of the subject matter and the beautiful illustrations (most of the lighting fixtures are in full color chromolithography), this is one of the most desirable volumes of the entire series. Uncommon. (21838)   $90.00

[Pattern Book]. Editors of Architectural Forum. Forward House 1933. New York: Architectural Forum, 1933. First edition. Small quarto, pp. 45, illustrated with b/w photographs and floor plans. Spiral Bound. Very Good.

Eight architects who created New York skyscraper designs collaborated to present eight small house designs for this book. Mid-century modern is strongly represented in their work. This is the first time we've been able to offer this scarce title. (21839)   $90.00

[Terra Cotta]. Kurutz, Gary F. and Mary Swisher. Architectural Terra Cotta of Gladding, McBean. Sausalito, CA: Windgate Press, 1989. First edition. Quarto, pp. 144, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs. Original Cloth over Boards . Very Good in Very Good DJ.

A remarkable photographic collection of the pre-eminent West Coast producer of decorative terra cotta from 1890 to 1930. Over 100 photographs of architectural splendors from neo-Classic motifs of the earliest San Francisco "skyscrapers" to the ornate Art Deco movie palaces of Hollywood, plus information-packed text, make a graphic tribute to a fascinating chapter of American architectural history. (21840)   $45.00

[Paint]. Cennini, Cennino d"Andrea; Thompson, Daniel V. Jr. [Translator]. Il Libro Dell'Arte [The Craftsman's Handbook]. New Haven, CT: Yale University Press, 1936. Second Printing. Small quarto, pp. xxix, 142, indexed, illustrated in b/w. Signed by a previous owner on the front endpaper in 1939. Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

Cennini was an Italian painter at the turn of the 15th century, when he wrote this book. The book is a "how to" on late Medieval and early Renaissance painting. It contains information on pigments, brushes, drawing, panel painting, the art of fresco, painting on fabrics and casting, and more. Along with technical methods, Cennini offered advice on the sort of lifestyle to which a young painter should subscribe. Highly influential - after years of obscurity, when initially issued in the 19th century, it was feared that it presented the tools of the trade for any ambitious forger to replicate the work of early masters. The art forger Eric Hebborn is said to have been greatly influenced by this book, meticulously preparing his panels and paints according to Cennini's advice. (21841)   $50.00

[Graphics]. Stage, Wm. Ghost Signs: Brick Wall Signs in America. Cincinnati, OH: Floppinfish Pub Co., 1989. Oblong quarto, pp. 109, illustrated with b/w and color photographs. Color Pictorial Wraps, pale blue-grey. Very Good.

A remembrance of advertisements from a past age, this tribute to brick buildings as signage has a wonderful collection of images and photographs. From the Old House Journal Reference Library. (13514)   $40.00

[Brick]. Chabat, Pierre. La Brique et la Terre Cuite [Brick and Terra Cotta]: Premiere Partie, Etude Historique; Deuxieme Partie, Fabrication et Usages [First Part, Historical Study; Part Two, Manufacture and Uses]. Paris: Chez L'Auteur , 1886. First edition. Small quarto, pp. 338. Illustrated with 81 b/w in-text Figures. Text in French. Black Cloth over Boards, professionally rebacked with original covers glued inside boards.. Very Good; Most pages uncut, rear page edges chipped, repaired tears on initial and rear pages, interiors clean.

A very scarce copy of Chabat's two-part work on brick and terra cotta construction. The first part covers the history and development of brick and clay construction, and the second part deals with construction methods and usage. This is the original edition, professionally rebacked, in excellent condition for its age, and an extremely rare title. (15589)   $300.00

[Terra Cotta]. National Terra Cotta Society. Architectural Terra Cotta: Standard Construction. New York: National Terra Cotta Society, 1914. Folio (10.5" x 14"), 70 numbered plates, indexed. Original brown cloth in very good order, internally sound. Indexed. Original Cloth over Boards . Very Good; moderate edgewear to backstrip.

With 70 large, scaled drawings of terra cotta in building applications (from windows and columns to gargoyles and domed arches). One of only a handful of early 20th century titles on the subject, and perhaps the best, certainly the most detailed architecturally. A book which we never seem to be able to keep in stock! (20635)   $130.00

[Stairs]. Hodgson, Fred T. Common Sense Stair Building and Handrailing; and House Plan Supplement with Perspective Views and Floor Plans of Twenty-Five Low and Medium Priced Houses Handrailing in three divisions showing three of the simplest methods known in the art, with complete instructions for laying out and working handrails suitable for any kind of a stair, straight, circular or elliptical, or for stairs with landings and cylinders; stair building covers upwards of eighty pages, devoted to newel or platform stairs chiefly, giving instructions for their building, planning and decoration. Chicago: The Radford Architectural Company, 1903. First edition. Small octavo, pp. 196, indexed, illustrated with over 250 b/w drawings and diagrams, with a glossary of terms used in stair building and handrailing. The house plan supplement, pp. 59 bound in, is illustrated with b/w architectural renderings and floor plans. Signed neatly in ink by a previous owner inside the front cover. Original dark green cloth w/embossed design, red spine. Very Good.

As with all Radford/Hodgson publications, the definitive work on the subject (wood carpentry for stairs and hand rails), invaluable for any tradesman. The last portion of the book is a 1903 pattern book of bungalows and other Radford designs for low and medium priced homes. (21846)   $85.00

[Concrete & Cement]. Hering, Oswald C. Concrete and Stucco Houses: The Use of Plastic Materials in the Building of Country and Suburban Houses in a Manner to Insure the Qualities of Fitness, Durability and Beauty. New York: McBride, Nast & Co., 1912. First edition. Small quarto, pp. 105, illustrated with b/w photographs and drawings. Color frontispiece. Ex-library markings. Color Pictorial Boards, Blue. Very Good.

An attractive and richly illustrated collection of examples of concrete and stucco masonry in American domestic architecture. Features photos of 20th century houses from around the United States as well as detailed technical drawings and schematics. (21850)   $60.00

[Terra Cotta]. National Terra Cotta Society. Architectural Terra Cotta Brochure Series Volume One The School. New York: National Terra Cotta Society, 1914. First edition. Folio, pp 32. b/w photographs and architectural drawings on each page. Staplebound Wraps. Very Good.

A handsome volume in this series, featuring 30 plates showing school and university buildings across America. The photographs and drawings include exterior elevations and close-ups of the facades. An invaluable resource, especially for institutional architects and builders. (21851)   $80.00

[Terra Cotta]. National Terra Cotta Society. Architectural Terra Cotta Brochure Series Volume Two The Theatre. New York: National Terra Cotta Society, 1915. First edition. Folio, pp 32. b/w photographs and architectural drawings on each page. Staplebound Wraps. Very Good.

A handsome volume in this series, featuring 30 plates showing theatre buildings across America. The photographs and drawings include exterior elevations and close-ups of the facades. An invaluable resource, especially for institutional architects and builders. (21852)   $80.00

[Building Trades]. Dobson, Edward. Rudiments of the Art of Building in five sections - general principles of construction; materials used in building; strength of materials; use of materials; working drawings, specifications, and estimates. London: Crosby Lockwood and Son, 1894. Fourteenth edition. 16mo, pp. 168, indexed, illustrated with b/w line drawings. Bound in: 16-page publisher's catalog of Weale's Series of Scientific and Technical Works, and 48-page publisher's catalog of Crosby Lockwood & Son's scientific, technical and industrial books. Signed neatly in ink by a previous owner on the front endpaper, and also on the front cover. Decorated Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

General principles of construction, strength, and use of materials, working drawings, specifications, etc. Intended for the use of young persons who are about to commence their professional training for any pursuit connection with architectural construction; and also, for the use of amateurs who wish to obtain a general knowledge of the subject. (21859)   $60.00

[Architecture]. Ramsey, Charles George and Sleeper, Harold Reeve. Architectural Graphic Standards for Architects, Engineers, Decorators, Builders, and Draftsmen (Third Edition). New York: John Wiley & Sons, 1948. Third edition, fifteenth printing. Quarto, pp. 344, indexed, illustrated with hundreds of b/w architectural specification drawings. Signed neatly in pencil by a previous owner on the front endpaper. Trade Cloth over Boards. Good; very heavy corner wear and some cover soiling; text block very good.

The ultimate in standard references, a "must" for any architect. It remains indispensable for architects and builders/tradesmen who work in more traditional, older built environments. (21862)   $65.00

[Hardware]. Eastwood, Maud L. 150 Years of Builders' Hardware: Forms, Use & Lore. Woodinville, WA: The Antique Doorknob, 1993. First edition. Octavo, pp 119, indexed, illustrated with b/w drawings. Perfect Bound. Very Good.

Unlocks many of the mysteries of old-house hardware, and makes sense of the fantastic - and often ingenious - array of working hardware once common on all buildings. An informative guide that explains the products and why they were used, this book will help anyone working on or living in an old house. (21810)   $75.00

[Masonry]. Plummer, Harry C. Brick and Tile Engineering Handbook of Design. Washington DC: Structural Clay Products Institute, 1955. Second Printing. Small quarto, pp. 392, indexed, illustrated with b/w technical diagrams. Stamped by original owner O. Clark Mann on the front endpapers. Mann joined the firm B. S. Merrill Structural Engineers, and became a partner and then owner of the firm bearing his name. He designed projects in the Mid-South and many foreign countries, including Memphis International Airport and St. Jude Rotunda in Memphis. He was selected Engineer of the Year by the Engineer's Club of Memphis in 1976, and Featured Engineer by the American Society of Civil Engineers. Buckram. Very Good.

Excellent technical reference book, good especially for the tradesman or architect. The author was directory of engineering and technology in the Structural Clay Products Institute. (21812)   $75.00

[Metal]. Milcor Steel Company. Milcor Price List September 30th 1939 Sheet Metal Building Products - Fireproof Building Materials. Kansas City, MO: Milcor Steel Company, 1939. First edition. Octavo, pp. 81, indexed, illustrated with b/w drawings. Reply card laid in. Staplebound Wraps. Very Good.

Milcor Steel Company had plants across the Midwest and down the Atlantic Coast, and supplied all sorts of sheet metal building products. This catalog prices gutters, conductor pipes, roof trimmings, flashing, siding, roofing, skylights, ventilators, weather vanes, steel posts, steel ceilings and walls, furnace pipe, heating registers, wood heaters, stove pipes, tools, trim, and much more. (21813)   $45.00

[Concrete & Cement]. Hodgson, Fred T. Concretes, Cements, Mortars, Plasters & Stucco How To Use And How To Prepare Them. Chicago. IL: Frederick J. Drake & Co., 1916. Third edition. 12mo, pp. 525, indexed, a self-quiz; illustrated with b/w drawings. Cloth over Boards w/ embossed cover. Very Good; weak hinges, scarred cover.

A thorough, practical guide to using the above materials with a discussion of terms, tools, building methods and maintenance. Very useful for the builder and historic preservationist, a wealth of detailed information. (21842)   $75.00

[Plastering]. Verrall, W. Plastering, Solid and Fibrous Third Edition, thoroughly revised by J.S.Hards, C.R.P. London: The Technical Press, 1957. Third Edition, thoroughly revised. Octavo, pp. 199.  Well illustrated in b/w. Many line drawings and diagrams. Index. The original edition, not a reprint. Ex-library markings. Decorated Boards. Very Good.

Verrall's edition of this book was based on his 45 years of practical plastering, and describes some of the methods which aim at producing good sound plasterwork. But new materials came into use after the first edition. The use of plasterboards increased, while wood lathing almost disappeared. Gypsum plasters became more popular due to their tendency to expand. The revisions in this third edition aimed to introduce these new products, and new techniques for using them. (21847)   $110.00

[Building Materials]. Verrall, W. Plastering (Reprinted from "Brickwork, Concrete and Masonry"). London: Sir Isaac Pitman & Sons, Ltd., nd c. 1939. Reprint. Octavo, pp. 199, illustrated with b/w line drawings and diagrams, plus publisher's catalog bound in. Ex-library markings. Boards. Very Good; the flaps of the original dust jacket are pasted inside the covers, but the rest of the dust jacket is absent.

This practical handbook, published originally in the well-known complete series of books - "Brickwork, Concrete and Masonry" - is especially valuable to apprentices, and forms a useful guide for their study and practice. It is also of great interest and value to home owners and others who undertake work of this nature for themselves. A very uncommon title. (21811)   $120.00

[Plastering]. Van der Branden, Felicien and Thomas Hartsell. Plastering Skills With the collaboration of Old House Journal. Chicago: American Technical Society, 1984. Second edition. Octavo, pp. 543, indexed, illustrated with b/w technical drawings and photographs. Original Wraps. Very Good.

This text describes construction techniques from mixing materials to special surface finishes. Solutions to common plastering problems such as cracking and dryout are given. The how-to chapter on ornamental plastering is relevant for both journeymen and apprentices. A very good treatment on the subject, well illustrated and thorough. Belongs in every professional tradesman's library! (21848)   $60.00

[Masonry]. Portland Cement Association. Plasterer's Manual. Chicago: Portland Cement Association, 1937. Original edition. Small quarto, pp. 31, illustrated with b/w photos and specification drawings. Introduction by John H. Donlin, editor of The Plasterer. Staplebound Wraps. Very Good.

A guide in the proper practices to be used with Portland Cement stucco and plaster. Many photos are included to demonstrate the exact techniques described for creating different textures such as Spanish, Californian, Italian, English Cottage, Colonial, and more. There is also a section on construction details, illustrated with architectural drawings of the techniques for stucco on concrete masonry, stucco on brick, stucco overcoating on wood frame, flashing details, and more. A useful reference manual in a small format that is easily portable. (21849)   $45.00

[Plastering]. Stagg, W.D. and Pegg, B.F. Plastering A Craftsman's Encyclopedia. London: Crown Publishers, Inc, 1989. Second edition. Square octavo, pp. 281, illustrated with 134 b/w drawings. Ex-library markings. Color Pictorial Wraps. Very Good in Wraps.

This book was intended to fill the considerable gap that exists in literature on the techniques of modern plastering and to emphasize basic practical craft skills. Its encyclopedic form enables the plasterer to select information for a specific job at whatever stage it is needed; thus, an apprentice may start with basic fundamentals and a more experienced craftsman, faced with an unfamiliar task, may retrieve information directly on its finer points. All the techniques of fibrous plastering are dealt with comprehensively. The book also provides mathematical formulae, a comprehensive glossary of terms, and the geometry necessary for setting out practical work. (21863)   $65.00

[Technology/Trades]. Davidson, D.M.J. Floors and Flooring. London: Crosby Lockwood, 1939. First edition. Small octavo, pp. 84, indexed, illustrated w/ b/w diagrams. Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

The first section of the book deals with structural floors and the second section is devoted to floor coverings. The information given, which describes and illustrates the various forms of structural floors, is intended to provide the architect, surveyor, builder, engineer or owner with sufficient data to make the wisest choice for any particular type of job. An appendix is included which gives a description of various tests which may be applied, firstly to sub-floors, to determine their suitability for a particular floor covering; and secondly on floorings, to determine their degree of hardness, resistance to permanent indentation, etc. Very scarce first edition. (7932)   $30.00

[Paint]. Jennison, Francis H., translated into German by Robert Rubencamp. Die Herstellung von Farblacken aus kunstlichen Farbstoffen [The Production of Colored Lakes from Artificial Dyes]. Dresden: Steinkopf and Springer, 1901. First edition. Octavo, pp. 154, indexed, illustrated w/ 16 paint chip charts (six samples per page, originally 96 samples in total, but 7 samples are missing), text in German. Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

Rare German translation of an obscure text on the manufacture of lacquer paint. (7545)   $75.00

[Masonry]. Murray-Wooley, Carolyn. Early Stone Houses of Kentucky - signed by the author. Lexington, KY: University Press of Kentucky, 2008. First edition. Oblong quarto, pp. 227, indexed, illustrated with b/w and color photographs and drawings. Signed by the author on the title page. Boards. Very Good in Very Good DJ.

An in-depth examination of the early frontier stone houses of Kentucky, built by frontiersmen whose heritage in northern Ireland informed their choice of building material and style. An interesting, thoroughly documented history of the early years of Kentucky settlement and the signature stone buildings of the state. (15674)   $45.00

[Arts & Crafts]. Jones, Mrs. C.S. and Williams, Henry T. Household Elegancies: Suggestions in Household Art and Tasteful Home Decorations. New York: Henry T. Williams, 1877. Fifth edition. 12 mo (5 3/4 X 8 1/2), pp. 300, indexed, richly illustrated, pub ads. Tells how to improve the appearance inside your home in late 1880s America, "to show in many beautiful little ways, how to embellish its walls, improve every room with fancy ornaments, decorate the windows with the charms of art and refined taste." Original Green Decorated Cloth. Good; Shelfwear, spine torn at bottom, corners bumped, boards loose at front hinge, rear hinge weak, free endpapers torn, interiors Very Good with minor stains/blemishes on some pages.

Beautiful book full of illustrations of Victorian hand made home objects including baskets, work boxes, leather work, beading, cat tail picture frame, painting, stain glass work, etc. Being the second book in Williams's Household Series, this was a popular how-to book for making objects to decorate the home in the aesthetic tradition. Good candidate for rebacking, as interiors are quite nice and intact. Uncommon in this edition. (1599)   $50.00

[Window Treatments]. Columbia Mills Inc. Columbia Lattishades and Lattiswood Draperies. Wilkes-Barre, PA: Columbia Mills Inc., 1953. First edition. Octavo, six samples bound in. Perfect Bound. Very good.

An unusual catalog; we've never seen this one before. Six samples in different colors of their lightweight wood window shades. The samples can be rolled up and down as they would in a window, demonstrating their flexibility and ease of movement. A nice example of a very specific product line. (21102)   $15.00

[New York, New Jersey]. Gowans, Alan. Architecture in New Jersey: A Record of American Civilization. Princeton, NJ: Van Nostrand, 1964. First edition. Octavo, pp. 161, indexed, illustrated w/ b/w photographs. Cloth over Boards. Very Good in Very Good DJ.

The author guides us on a 300-year tour of architecture in New Jersey, With him, we visit buildings in all parts of the state which illustrate the many expressions of architecture - from the log cabins built by the earliest settlers, to some of the most modern buildings in existence today. The book is enhanced by 65 illustrations of existing landmarks, some from each of these eras. As a reflection of the nature of architecture in general and, in particular, as a valuable record and analysis of New Jersey's architectural contributions and achievements, this volume will be read for years to come. (9406)   $20.00

[Design]. Nichols, George Ward. Art Education Applied to Industry

. New York: Harper & Bros., 1877. First edition. Octavo, pp. 211, indexed, illustrated w/ b/w drawings and engravings. Red Cloth over Boards, Gilt Patterns and Lettering. Very Good, minor fraying on corners, gilt-edged pages.

An important discussion of art education in craft technology throughout the world. A beautifully produced book with hundreds of illustrations. (9331)   $40.00

[Domestic Science]. Balderston, L. Ray. Housewifery part of Lippincott's Home manuals series. Philadelphia, PA: J. B. Lippincott Company, 1924. Third edition, revised. Octavo, pp. 353, indexed, illustrated with 179 b/w photographs and line drawings. Signed on the front endpaper by a Simmons College student in the class of 1931, suggesting that this was a course textbook. Decorated Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

Chapters on plumbing, heating and lighting, appliances, household supplies, furnishings, storage, cleaning and renovation, and much more. From the Old House Journal reference library. (21827)   $45.00

[Southern US]. Mead, Edward C. Historic Homes of the South-West Mountains Virginia. Philadelphia, PA: J. B. Lippincott Company, 1899. Limited edition of 750 copies. Octavo, pp. 275, illustrated with b/w photographs. Ex-library markings. Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

The celebrated section of the South-West Mountains, Virginia, stands pre-eminently as the birthplace of Presidents, governors, and statesmen. The list of those who have lived there is a long and honored one. The author desired to perpetuate the characteristics of these famous houses along the South-West Mountains, giving a faithful picture of each as they stood, as well as an anecdotal account and brief genealogy of their inhabitants. More than 25 homes are profiled, including Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, and Broad Oak, the author's home. Exceedingly scarce due to a very limited print run; this is the first time we've had a copy of this book for sale. (21606)   $60.00

[Paint]. Moss, Roger W. and Gail Caskey Winkler. Victorian Exterior Decoration: How to Paint Your Nineteenth-Century American House Historically. New York: Henry Holt & Co, 1987. First edition. Quarto, pp. 117, indexed, glossary, notes, appendix, richly illustrated in b/w & color. Boards. Near Fine in Very Good Dust Jacket.

Includes an extraordinary chart that provides color combinations based on paints available today; select the main color, and the chart indicates all the appropriate trims. An important appendix covers paint failure and surface preparation. A significant and uncommon title by two noted experts. (10895)   $35.00

[Pattern Book]. Bicknell, A.J. and W.T. Comstock. Victorian Architecture: Two Pattern Books With a new Introduction by John Maass. Watkins Glen, NY: American Life Foundation, 1975. Reprint. Folio, pp. ~ 200, illustrated with b/w architectural specification drawings. A detail in one plate has been cut away. Oversized Paperback. Very Good.

The Bicknell volume was Detail, Cottage and Constructive Architecture (1873). American Builder magazine called it "the best of its class, and also the cheapest." Comstock's book was Modern Architectural Designs and Details (1881). Many of Comstock's plates show decorative details like sunbursts, flowers and rosettes. These volumes had three unusual features: an imposing folio format, hundreds of exterior and interior details in a usefully large scale, and some designs for non-residential buildings. From the Old House Journal reference library. (20769)   $30.00

[Pattern Book]. Bicknell, A. J. Victorian Village Builder: An Architectural Guide With a new commentary by Paul Goeldner. Watkins Glen, NY: American Life Foundation, 1976. Reprint. Quarto, pp. ca 100, b/w floor plans and architectural drawings throughout. A section of trade advertisements in the back. Some color renderings. Original Wraps. Near Fine.

A beautiful and informative book that is a facsimile of Bicknell's Village Builder and Supplement of 1872. The text describes the architectural plans and includes some specifications. The introduction places these Victorian buildings in context historically. From the Old House Journal Reference Library. (16103)   $30.00

[Furniture]. Cescinsky, Herbert. The Gentle Art of Faking Furniture. London: Chapman & Hall, Ltd., 1931. First edition. Quarto, pp. 168. Indexed, illustrated with numerous b/w photographs. Boards. Very good condition, but mild ex-library.

A true classic reference book addressing how to tell the difference between fake and genuine antique furniture. (12198)   $35.00

[International]. Arnold, Hugh. Stained Glass of the Middle Ages in England & France. London: A. & C. Black, Ltd., 1925/1913. Later edition. Octavo, pp. xiv, 269, indexed, illustrated with color plates. Ex-library markings. Decorated Cloth on Boards, blue. Very Good, spine sunned, moderate edgewear to backstrip.

Chapters on the making of a window, the beginnings of stained glass, the style of the first period, and chapters on each century of glass between the 12th century and the 15th century inclusive, focusing on typical windows in each century. The beautiful colored drawings of Lawrence B. Saint that illustrate this volume are now in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. (21853)   $60.00

[Architecture]. Charles Scribner's Sons. Architecture Magazine, January 1928. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1928. First edition. Quarto, pp. 164, illustrated with b/w photographs, specification drawings, and period advertising, some in color. Perfect Bound. Good; missing back cover, front cover nearly detached.

Articles include the Detroit Institute of Arts; hospital doors and windows; country houses; etchings; Liberty's of London; a photo portfolio of built-in bookcases; and many attractive period advertisements. (21868)   $35.00

[Architecture]. Charles Scribner's Sons. Architecture Magazine, April 1930. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1930. First edition. Quarto, pp. 151, illustrated with b/w photographs, specification drawings, and period advertising, some in color. Perfect Bound. Good; small water stain to cover, front cover nearly detached, back cover has 2" closed tear.

Articles include the planning of Christian Science churches; research in a laboratory of design; the Architectural League Exhibition; the winning design in the George Rogers Clark Memorial competition; a photo portfolio of garden shelters; and many attractive period advertisements. (21867)   $35.00

[Architecture]. Charles Scribner's Sons. Architecture Magazine, May 1930. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1930. First edition. Quarto, pp. 143, illustrated with b/w photographs, specification drawings, and period advertising, some in color. Perfect Bound. Very Good; moderate edgewear.

Articles include the Peyrou in Montpellier, suggestions from English half-timber work, pictorial review of The Architectural League Show; examination of several country houses; a photo portfolio of elevator doors; and many attractive period advertisements. In very nice condition for its age. (21866)   $50.00

[Architectural History]. Whitehead, Russell F. [Editor]. Pencil Points - five issues from 1934: January, February, March, April, June. New York: The Pencil Points Press, Inc., 1934. First edition. Quarto, pp. ~80 each issue, illustrated with b/w photographs, drawings and trade advertisements. Original Wraps. Very Good.

The series was a bible for architects in the 1920's and 1930's and the predecessor for publications such as Progressive Architecture. Each issue features line drawings of unique architectural applications (interiors and exteriors). Some of the topics covered in these issues include bay windows; wrought metalwork; Detroit Opera House; working for the government, nails, closets, eastern Massachusetts vestibules; double windows in Europe; bookshelves; Lincoln Memorial in Milwaukee; Stockholm City Planning Competition; cupolas; cottage interiors of Cape Ann; and much more. A subtle and sophisticated chapter in architectural history. (21870)   $40.00

[Architectural History]. Whitehead, Russell F. [Editor]. Pencil Points - five issues from 1935: March, April, May, June, July. New York: The Pencil Points Press, Inc., 1935. First edition. Quarto, pp. ~80 each issue, illustrated with b/w photographs, drawings and trade advertisements. Original Wraps. Very Good.

The series was a bible for architects in the 1920's and 1930's and the predecessor for publications such as Progressive Architecture. Each issue features line drawings of unique architectural applications (interiors and exteriors). Some of the topics covered in these issues include architects in Europe; architectural rejuvenation; the Pencil Points Competition for 1935; wrought metalwork; a Beaux Arts band pavilion; garden pools; dwellings in northeastern Rhode Island and the Smithfields; motor entrances; and much more. A subtle and sophisticated chapter in architectural history. (21869)   $40.00

[Furniture]. (Stickley, L. & J.G.). The Arts & Crafts Furniture Work of L. & J. G. Stickley. Watkins Glen, NY: American Life Foundation, 1978. Reprint. Octavo, pp. ca 100, illustrated with drawings. Staplebound. As New.

The name Stickley was synonymous with Arts & Crafts or "Mission" furniture from the beginning of the 20th century until WWI. The Stickleys were a family of furniture makers working in Syracuse, Grand Rapids, and Fayetteville, NY. This is the furniture catalog for the Fayetteville, NY enterprise. (4483)   $15.00

[Missouri]. Marshall, Howard Wight. Folk Architecture in Little Dixie: A Regional Culture in Missouri. Columbia, MO: University of Missouri Press, 1981. First edition. Small quarto, pp. xiv, 146, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs and floor plans. Cloth over Boards. Very Good in Very Good DJ.

In this study, the farmhouses and barns of Little Dixie, a rural region of eight counties in central Missouri, become the vehicle for understanding settlement history and the power of regional personality. This is a valuable record of vanishing building styles that will be useful to professionals in historic preservation and to amateurs interested in building or restoring their own country houses. (21824)   $20.00

[Urban Studies]. Saarinen, Eliel. The City: Its Growth, Its Decay, Its Future. Cambridge, MA: MIT Press, 1943. Later printing. Octavo, pp. xvi, 380, illustrated with b/w drawings. Cloth over Boards. Very Good in Chipped and Torn Tissue DJ.

Written and published during WWII, the author remarks "it might seem almost paradoxical to deal with cultural problems at a time when all of humanity is involved in a struggle of such gigantic proportions as mankind never before has experienced." But the author was optimistic, and dreamed of brighter days to come, when the war would end and post-war architectural design and construction would be so desperately needed. Examines the past for lessons to learn, and devotes chapters to considering population, legislation, revaluation, decentralization, and other topics in urban design. (21825)   $40.00

[Crafts]. Seed, Suzanne. Fine Trades. Chicago: Follett Pub Co, 1979. Quarto, pp. 159, illustrated with b/w photos. Pictorial Boards. Good in Good Price-clipped DJ.

In this book, ten workers in the fine trades talk about what they do and how they learned to do it. Crafting a fur coat, binding a book by hand, tuning a piano - the timeless grace of these and other fine trades is lovingly captured in pictures and words. The people in this book share the difficulties as well as the deep satisfaction of lives devoted to the pursuit of excellence in workmanship. (5286)   $20.00

[Wallpaper]. Frangiamore, Catherine Lynn. Wallpapers in Historic Preservation. Washington, D.C.: Technical Preservation Services, Dept of Interior, 1977. First edition. Quarto, pp.56, illustrated with b/w photographs. Original Decorated Wraps, green. Very Good.

The papered and bordered wall was an important feature of American interiors during the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries. Paper hangings, both imported and of domestic manufacture, were more widely used than many of our restored buildings might lead us to believe. When striving for an accurate restoration, the likelihood that wallpaper may have been used should be recognized and investigated. Wallpaper can contribute positively to the overall success of a restoration. (18250)   $30.00

[American]. Waugh, Alice. Planning the Little House. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1939. First edition. Octavo, pp. 267, indexed, illustrated with drawings and b/w photographs of pre-war homes and covers their construction, planning, heating, lighting, plumbing, etc. Original Decorated Beige Cloth, no DJ. Very Good.

In simple nontechnical language, this manual goes directly to the problem of the small, detached house of moderate cost. The book contains a series of graded problems in sketching plans and elevations of small houses, with text and illustrations to help in their solution. These problems are vehicles for the study of the use of space, beauty of design, and the historic styles, and seeks to stimulate interest in house and home ownership. (21828)   $25.00

[Restoration]. Chandler, Ian. Repair & Renovation of Modern Buildings. New York: McGraw-Hill, Inc., 1991. First edition. Quarto, pp. 176, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs and floor plans. Cloth over Boards. Very Good in Very Good DJ.

This book begins by describing the most common defects and their diagnosis. It then looks at the technical solutions available for their treatment and the decision-making process involved in choosing between them - the object being a solution which is long lasting and economic, and satisfies user demands. The author presents a number of case studies from around the world which exemplify good current practice. (21829)   $30.00

[Construction]. Roth, Julian [Editor]. A Home of Your Own: How to Buy or Build It. New York: The Greystone Press, 1947. First edition. Quarto, pp. 274, illustrated with b/w photographs and floor plans. Decorated Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

In collaboration with 18 experts in the fields of financing, mortgaging, real estate, building, insurance, designing, landscaping, planning, and 48 architects representing all sections of the United States of America. (21830)   $25.00

[Design]. Pickering, Ernest. Shelter for Living. New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1941. First edition. Quarto, pp 370, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs and floor plans. A previous owner's bookplate is affixed inside the front cover. Cloth over Boards, tan. Very Good.

This book was written primarily for students in schools of architecture and home economics, and for architects, builders, and prospective home buyers. Although it is directed chiefly to those who plan, build, remodel, and occupy, or hope to occupy, single-family detached dwellings, it should be of value to those who must select, evaluate, and live in rented houses or apartments. The text and illustrations are presented as a means of teaching basic principles which may be applied to the design and choosing of various kinds of habitations - single or multiple, inexpensive or medium-priced. (21831)   $25.00

[Design]. Rogers, Tyler Stewart. Plan Your House to Suit Yourself. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1938. First edition. Quarto, pp. 282, illustrated with b/w drawings. Signed by a previous owner on the front endpaper in 1939. Cloth over Boards. Very Good in Good DJ.

This book covers all the big topics of building a home: selecting a style, different ways to build (plan books, architectural services, prefabricated, etc.), developing a plan for each room, equipment and construction materials, and adjusting desires to dollars. Many useful points and ideas to ponder, and very readable. (21832)   $30.00

[Architectural History]. Schweitzer, Robert A.; Davis, Michael W.A. America's Favorite Homes Mail-Order Catalogues as a Guide to Popular Early 20th-Century Houses. Detroit: Wayne State University Press, 1990. First edition. Oblong quarto, pp. 261, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs. Original Pictorial Wraps. As New.

A wonderful treatment on a fascinating chapter of American architectural and building history covering the companies which catalogs and analysis of the styles of mail order homes. A relatively scarce treatment, in hardcover or paper copies. (21833)   $35.00

[Tools]. The Warner & Swasey Company. How to Get the Most Out of Your Turret Lathe A guide to better turret lathe practice. Cleveland, OH: The Warner & Swasey Company, nd c. 1950. First edition. Quarto, pp. 158, illustrated with b/w photographs and drawings. Spiral Bound. Very Good.

This book consists of a series of articles which presented the best practices in the management of the turret lathe. The articles are essays and actual case histories which collectively show the way to a very vital goal, that of getting maximum production at least cost - and with minimum effort. (21834)   $30.00

[California]. Breeze, Carla. L. A. Deco. New York: Rizzoli, 1991. First edition. Oblong small quarto, pp. 96, indexed, illustrated with color photographs. Perfect Bound. Very Good.

The architecture and interior design of the 1920s and 1930s Los Angeles is celebrated in this delightful photographic tour of fabulously detailed residential, commercial, and public buildings. From the Old House Journal reference library. (21835)   $35.00

[Design]. Knapp, Ed. New Old House: Designing with Reclaimed Materials. Salt Lake City, UT: Gibbs Smith, 2002. First edition. Small quarto, pp. 160, illustrated with color photographs. Cloth over Boards, tan. As New in Fine DJ.

This book is a blueprint for blending the past and present in home and business design, emphasizing the use of vintage materials. The examples within provide tips on utilizing these elements to add character to a new home, and offer a natural and creative way to incorporate the patina of age-old materials into any design style. (21836)   $2.00

[Design]. Landis, Dylan. Designing for Small Homes. New York: Rizzoli, 1996. First edition. Small quarto, pp. 173, illustrated with color photographs. Cloth over Boards. As New in Fine DJ.

This beautifully illustrated book presents hundreds of ingenious space-saving techniques: built-in and double-duty furnishings, subtle but often critical architectural changes, cleverly concealed beds, galleried living areas, the artful use of the mirror. It also gives interior design tips on color, pattern, and texture to visually expand small rooms - as well as cost-saving ideas and professional shortcuts for the restricted budget. From the Old House Journal reference library. (21837)   $25.00

[Furniture]. Talbert, Bruce J. Victorian Decorative Arts. Watkins Glen, NY: American Life Foundation, 1978. Limited edition (one of 2000 copies). Quarto, pp. 10 (text), plus 51 beautifully detailed b/w plates. Oversized Paperback. As New.

Bruce J. Talbert was a Scottish architect and interior designer, best known for his furniture designs. This book is a reprint of two of Talbert's works, Gothic Forms (1867) and Examples of Ancient & Modern Furniture, Metal Work, Tapestries, Decoration (1876), showing examples of furniture, metalwork, tapestries, and decoration. From the Old House Journal reference library. (12661)   $30.00

[Florida]. Warnke, James R. Balustrades and Gingerbread: Key West's Handcrafted Homes and Buildings. Miami, FL: Banyan Books, 1978. First edition. Quarto, pp. 93, indexed, illustrated with color photographs. Publisher's catalog, a letter to OHJ, and press release for the book laid in. Perfect Bound. Very Good.

This book is a pictorial treasury of Key West's tropical architecture and life-style. Over 70 full color illustrations showcase a host of historic houses and buildings that can still be seen. In addition, examples of patio gardens, fences, ironwork, a slave kitchen, and even a hidden staircase are pictured. This is truly a keepsake - a reminder that Key West was once Florida's largest city, and a present-day affirmation of the importance of preserving and restoring what is worthwhile for future generations. From the Old House Journal reference library. (17058)   $15.00

[Florida]. Wells, Sharon and Lawson Little. Portraits: Wooden Houses of Key West (signed by the author Sharon Wells). Key West, FL: Historic Florida Keys Foundation, 1979. First edition. Quarto, pp. 64, illustrated with b/w photographs. Perfect Bound. Very Good.

This volume of photographs focuses upon contemporary architectural images of Key West, in order to document a rapidly changing environment. Few other cities in America can claim such a collection of Victorian houses. These images represent an exploration into the basic simplicity and virtual timelessness of architectural forms in Key West. From the Old House Journal reference library. (17059)   $20.00

[Building as Envelope]. Zimiles, Martha and Murray. Early American Mills. New York: Clarkson N. Potter, 1973. First edition, as stated. Quarto, pp. 290, indexed, profusely illustrated with 350 b/w and 11 color photographs. Cloth over Boards. Very Good in Good DJ.

All over the northeastern part of the United States stand the remains of the buildings that housed the birth of industry in America. This important book examines America's industrial revolution in a lively and instructive way, with the emphasis always on the architectural beauty and value of the early mills, factories, and mill villages. Intent on a visual presentation, the authors have gathered a superb collection of photographs, some acquired through special permission from people eager to restore the mill to its deserved place of recognition. (17065)   $30.00

[Architectural History]. Wills, Royal Barry. This Business of Architecture. New York: Reinhold, 1941. Second Printing. Octavo, pp. 210, illustrated w/ b/w drawings. Cloth over Boards. Very Good.

The architect is a professional, but the work must also be infused with the elements of good business practice. This book shows the architect how to get a job, and how to make a reasonable profit as well. It is written for those on the threshold of practice more particularly, but may very well hold an interest for architects of wider experience. Topics include setting yourself up in business, stalking and capture of clients, making a contract with the owner, design within the owner's budget, handling the client in conference, keeping your overhead underfoot, and much more. (21843)   $20.00

[Design]. Moholy-Nagy, L. Vision in Motion. Chicago, IL: Paul Theobald, 1947. Third Printing. Quarto, pp. 371, indexed, illustrated with b/w photographs. Cloth over Boards. Good; light water and rodent damage.

László Moholy-Nagy (1895-1946) was a Hungarian painter and photographer and renowned professor in the Bauhaus school. An important figure in the Bauhaus movement, he was influenced by constructivism and strongly pushed for the integration of technology and industry into the arts. This title was an extension of his previous book, The New Vision, and concentrates on the work of the Institute of Design, Chicago, and presents a broader, more general view of the interrelatedness of art and life. (21855)   $25.00

[Art Nouveau]. M.J. Gradl [Editor]. Authentic Art Nouveau Stained Glass Designs in Full Color 102 Designs. New York: Dover Publications, Inc, 1983. Reprint. Quarto, pp. 30, color illustrations. Color Pictorial Wraps. Very Good.

Here, from the heyday of its ascendancy, are more than 100 full-color Art Nouveau stained glass designs from the rare and important early 20th century portfolio Bunte Verglasungen. The book's authentic, original designs were the works of several fine contemporary artists. As a sourcebook for inspiration or direct use, this handsome collection of authentic full-color, copyright-free designs will be a welcome addition to any designer's studio or craftsman's workshop. (21854)   $30.00

[Art]. Yount, Sylvia. Maxfield Parrish 1870-1966. New York: Abrams, 1999. First edition. Quarto, pp. 160, indexed, illustrated with b/w and 81 color photographs. Ex-library markings. Hardcover. Very Good in Good DJ.

This extensive look at the life and career of Maxfield Parrish is realized in the insightful text, and includes a wealth of never-before-published full-color illustrations, and a discussion of the physical construction of Parrish's paintings and his unique techniques. (21856)   $30.00

[Architectural History]. Wolfskill, Lyle A.; Wayne A. Dunlap; Bob M. Gallaway. Earthen Home Construction: A Field and Library Compilation with an Annotated Bibliography Bulletin No. 18. College Station, TX: Texas Transportation Institute, 1962. Original edition. Quarto, pp. 36, illustrated with b/w photographs and drawings. Staplebound Wraps. Good; 2" open tear to front cover, cover soiled and creased.

Chapters on types of earth construction, soil characteristics and criteria, soil stabilization and surface coatings, tests, structural requirements, roofs and floors, construction of earth homes, and several comprehensive bibliographies. (21857)   $30.00

[Urban Studies]. Lynch, Kevin. What Makes a Good City? General theory of good city form; a new try at an old subject. Eindhoven, Netherlands: Holst-lezing, 1980. First edition. Octavo, pp. 23, illustrated with b/w photographs. Staplebound Wraps. Very Good.

The Holst Memorial Lectures honor a professor who was very interested in the application of physical sciences to technology. The lecture series is held every year since 1976, and features a different speaker and topic each year. This pamphlet gives the full transcript of the presentation given in 1980 on urban planning and design, and photos illustrate some of the author's points. (21858)   $15.00