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Paperback. Condizione: Near Fine. Book.

Softcover. Stapled booklet. Very good condition. ]. 20p. Illus. Quarto.

Soft cover. Condizione: Fine. Softcover (stapled binding), 20 pages, 1984, clean/tight, No marks/creases or signs of use; Fine (like New). We will bubble wrap the book and ship it in a New BOX- Not a plastic bag like the zombie sellers.

Soft cover. Condizione: Near Fine. 4to. 20 pages. Soft cover bound in tan stapled wrappers. A sound, clean copy. No Date; Circa 1980s. The most recently dated reference in the Bibliography at the rear is 1984.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Soft cover. Condizione: Near Fine. Pbk square 8vo stapled 19pp illustr throughout faint shelfwear to covers otherwise an unread copy excellent clean tight unmarked as new.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on a fascinating journey through the history of a remarkable architectural landmark: the Boston Custom House. The book combines detailed architectural analysis with meticulous historical research to shed light on the building's evolution from its original construction in 1837 to its expansion in 1915. The author meticulously documents the building's various phases, highlighting the unique contributions of architects Ammi Young, A.B. Mullett, and Peabody and Stearns. The book delves into the intricate details of the building's construction, exploring the use of materials like Quincy granite, Vermont marble, and metalwork. It examines the building's structure and its adaptation to changing needs and aesthetic trends over time. The author's expert analysis of the building's interior reveals the evolution of its design elements, from the grand rotunda to the intricate plasterwork and the original paint finishes, and even includes a discussion of the building's original lighting fixtures designed by Tiffany. The book goes beyond a simple account of the building's physical attributes to explore the thematic depth of the Boston Custom House, revealing its place within the broader context of American architecture and the evolution of government buildings in the United States. Readers will gain a nuanced understanding of the historical and cultural forces that shaped this enduring architectural masterpiece. Through its meticulous research and insightful analysis, this book provides a comprehensive and engaging look at the enduring legacy of the Boston Custom House. 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.…