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Descrizione libro Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good+. No Jacket. Codice articolo 112108
Descrizione libro Soft cover. Condizione: NF. No Jacket. Photos. Plans (illustratore). 1st. Sub-titled "Grand and Opulent Houses in Colonial New Zealand" this significant study of NZs more extravagant colonial mansions is an impressive recalling of times and social circumstances of the landed and commercial gentry that are now part of the nation's history. The first section of the book develops a comprehensive overview of the society in which they were built, how wealth was accumulated, the production of archicectural plans, building methods, sourcing materials,fittings and decorations, staff requirements and household administration. Interior and associated relevant photographs illustrated this section., Section two features 36 "grand" residences, mainly constructed up to about 1910. Each is illustrated with one or more photographs with details on the facing page. Fortunately a number of thise classic homes remain. some as museums others still serving useful purposes. These are listed alphabetically by house name. Floor plans (two fold out) for six of the homes are located at the back. A flash-back in grandeur and nostalgia. First edition of 1991, 126 text pages plus plans, illustrated throughout with b/w photos. Pictorial card covers are NF (perhaps lightly sunned) with folded flaps front and back, internally excellent, no inscriptions. Codice articolo 004534
Descrizione libro Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. tidy copy-folding plans at rear. Codice articolo 4103j
Descrizione libro Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. 126 pages. Codice articolo 2779l
Descrizione libro Soft cover. Condizione: Near Fine. First Edition. Pictorial card covers, b&w illstns. Unmarked. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Codice articolo 031467