Elizabethan Architecture and Ornament
Boston, MA: G.H. Polley & Co. Hardcover. Brown paper/boards; architectural ornamentation illus. surrounding title. 55 monochrome plates with a listing of them. Poor; covers detached and worn but present; "text" block intact/secure and plates themselves actually VG but for perforation stamps on each of each, although inoffensive on several plates; ex-lib. bookplate inside cover. Item #133762
Beautiful, clearly-detailed plates of Elizabethan architectural ornamentation of all kinds from throughout England. Includes detailed work on fireplaces, staircases, entrance halls, ceilings, chimney pieces, etc. Some of the famous properties include Aston Hall, Charlton House, Crewe Hall, Burton Agness Hall, and more. (Note: "Crewe" is spelled correctly on the plates of Crewe Hall but incorrectly ("Crew") on the list of plates.
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