Johan stening (2 risultati)

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. 1st Edition. First edition, first printing. A fine copy without DJ as issued. A gorgeous book with bright silver stamped titles, map endpapers and loads of photos. In English, French and Swedish text. See the photos of the book, more available upon request. This book is in my possession and will ship securely packed in a cardboard box. s16.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Oversized hardcover, fully trilingual (French & English & Swedish), 112 pages, copiously illustrated, map endpapers, NOT ex-library. Limited gentle wear only, book is clean and bright with unmarked text, free of inscriptions and stamps, firmly bound. Issued without a dust jacket. -- This unique trilingual book offers a detailed architectural and historical walking tour of Gustavia, the capital of Saint Barthélemy. Authored by architects Jenny and Johan Stening, the book explores the city's distinctive built heritage, which is a direct reflection of its unique colonial past. It focuses particularly on the legacy of the Swedish period (1784-1878), after which the capital is named, and the subsequent French influence. Designed as a practical "promenade," the guide leads readers through Gustavia's streets, identifying key historical buildings and explaining their architectural features and stories. It is an essential companion for anyone interested in the rich, layered history and preserved colonial architecture of this Caribbean island. …