Excerpt from Library of Congress and the Interior Decorations: A Practical Guide for Visitors, With Descriptions of All the Painting, Sculptures and Statues, the Wall Quotations, Floor Plans, and Sixteen Interior Views From Photographs
Each 250 pages, over 200 pictures; handsomely bound. Price With introduction by general horace porter.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book details the history of the Library of Congress building as well as its extensive art and architectural features. It begins with the early stages of planning for a separate building to house the Library of Congress and follows through the planning, construction, and completion of the structure in 1897. The author provides detailed descriptions of all the interior and exterior details including sculptures, murals, and other artworks. This volume not only details the physical building itself but also explores themes, symbols, and artistic styles that represent the national identity of the United States in the late 19th century. It is an exceptional resource for anyone interested in American architecture, art, and culture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781332825929_0
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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9781332825929
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