The map-plans in this collection of forty cities in Europe, Russia, the United States, and Asia were first published in the mid- nineteenth century by England's Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge. These maps were all commissioned and drawn within a period of thirteen years, presenting a unique opportunity to compare urban development among 40 cities in 19 countries at one moment in time. An exquisite feast for the eye, the hand-colored, hand-lettered steel engravings are artistic masterpieces in themselves, ...
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The map-plans in this collection of forty cities in Europe, Russia, the United States, and Asia were first published in the mid- nineteenth century by England's Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge. These maps were all commissioned and drawn within a period of thirteen years, presenting a unique opportunity to compare urban development among 40 cities in 19 countries at one moment in time. An exquisite feast for the eye, the hand-colored, hand-lettered steel engravings are artistic masterpieces in themselves, representative of an era of exceptional artisanal skill. They are reproduced here in fine detail in an oversized format. The Atlas of Rare City Maps includes both well-known European and American cities such as Amsterdam, London, Madrid, Moscow, New York, and Venice, as well as smaller cities like Calcutta, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Lisbon, Marseille, Parma, and Stockholm. An introductory essay by Melville C. Branch discusses the historical evolution of urban design, and provides a background on engraving techniques. Branch also evaluates each map-plan, remarking on the details of each engraving and the evolution of the forms of the cities, their histories, and demographic characteristics. This rare collection first appeared in its modern form twenty years ago in a limited edition (Arno Press); long out of print, this book has been much sought after by architects, urban planners, and map enthusiasts everywhere. Princeton Architectural Press is proud to make available once again this valuable resource.
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Second Edition. Hardback. Dust Jacket. Large oblong 4to. 33cm by 37 cm. pp 102. Original publisher's burgundy cloth, lettered gilt on spine and on front cover. Copiously illustrated in colour and black and white throughout. This book is heavy, and delivery costs may be a consideration especially outside Britain. Facsimiles of 40 town plans originally published byg the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge. This book is very heavy, and delivery costs may be a consideration especially outside Britain. ISBN: 1568980736 Fine in near fine dust jacket.
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Very Good in Very Good jacket. This is a very good hardcover copy in a very good dust jacket. The jacket is a little toned and has a bit of light soil. Internally completely clean. Maps of 40 cities in Europe, Russia, America and Asia are presented in full-page color plates. All maps were drawn and published between 1830-42. 13" high X 15" wide, 102 pages. Large heavy book. Foreign shipping will be extra. This book will be securely wrapped and packed in a sturdy box and sent with tracking.
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Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1568980736. Color and black and white illustrations throughout. Second printing of the second edition. Near fine in a near fine dust jacket.
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Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1568980736. Hardcover in dust jacket. First printing of second edition, with a new preface by Melville Branch. Book and unclipped dust jacket are in fine, As New condition, gift-giving condition, crisp and clean, with tight binding, sharp corners, and bright pages. Map pages are pristine. Large folio.104 pp. Including index. In protective Mylar. Heavy--will require additional postage if shipped outside the U. S.
