1706 History of Architecture Felibien Famous Architects Cathedrals Rome France
‘History of Architecture,’ written by Jean-Francois Felibien des Avaux, gives descriptions of various palaces, ports, cathedrals, forts, and villas many of which are based in Greek and Roman tradition. Iconic structures are discussed such as The Roman Pantheon, Solomon’s Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Roman Aqueducts. Many important historical figures and Catholic popes are mentioned including Vespasian, Xerxes, Pope Urban IV, Alexander the Great and Alaric, King of Goths.
This four-volume set is incredibly illustrated with 9 full-page and folding engravings of views of building plans and gardens.
1706 History of Architecture Felibien Famous Architects Cathedrals Rome France
‘History of Architecture,’ written by Jean-Francois Felibien des Avaux, gives descriptions of various palaces, ports, cathedrals, forts, and villas many of which are based in Greek and Roman tradition. Iconic structures are discussed such as The Roman Pantheon, Solomon’s Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Roman Aqueducts. Many important historical figures and Catholic popes are mentioned including Vespasian, Xerxes, Pope Urban IV, Alexander the Great and Alaric, King of Goths.
This four-volume set is incredibly illustrated with 9 full-page and folding engravings of views of building plans and gardens.
Item number: #2928
Price: $950
FÉLIBIEN, Jean François
Recueil historique de la vie et des ouvrages des plus célèbres architectes ;Les plans et les descriptions de deux des plus belles maisons de campagne de Pline le consul ;Conferences de l’Académie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture
Aux dépens d’Estienne Roger: Amsterdam, 1706.
Details:
- Collation: Complete with all pages; 4 volumes
- 1 – [20], 21-229, [7]
- 2 – [2], 3-248, [8]
- 3 – [2], 351, [7]
- 4 – [14], 15-177, [15]; [8], 9-112, [8]
- 9 engraved plates
- Language: French
- Binding: Leather; tight & secure
- Size: ~6.25in X 4in (16cm x 10cm)
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2928
Category
Arts & Architecture
Authors
FÉLIBIEN, Jean François
Printing Date
18th Century
Language
French
Binding
Leather
Book Condition
Excellent
Collation
Complete