In this sweeping volume, Professor Acocella analyzes every type of stone, from those used by the Egyptians to the marble used by Mies van der Rohe. Stone as a material is not only analyzed from a historical point of view, it is categorized and examined according to its technological usage. The book is based on comparison and confrontation between origins, archetypes and present-day themes, examining a variety of projects from around the world. It provides an in-depth analysis of the enormous potential of building in stone. ...
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In this sweeping volume, Professor Acocella analyzes every type of stone, from those used by the Egyptians to the marble used by Mies van der Rohe. Stone as a material is not only analyzed from a historical point of view, it is categorized and examined according to its technological usage. The book is based on comparison and confrontation between origins, archetypes and present-day themes, examining a variety of projects from around the world. It provides an in-depth analysis of the enormous potential of building in stone. A combination of dense, carefully construed chapters are designed to summarize the essence of the material in its various architectonic roles through a series of specially created technical drawings, and a range of original drawings and photos.
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Add this copy of Stone Architecture: Ancient and Modern Construction to cart. $250.00, very good condition, Sold by art longwood books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester, MA, UNITED STATES, published 2006 by Skira.
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Near Fine Plus in Near Fine Plus jacket. Folio-over 12"-15" tall. Hard cover in dust jacket. large format, heavy., very small red dot to bottom edge. no other flaws or wear. clean. no other markings. strong binding, hinges.; english text.; 623pp., 1830 illustrations, the great majority in color. exhaustive examination of the use of stone in architecture primarily in the mediterranean regions starting in ancient times. invaluable reference.
