Architectural Wrought Iron, Ancient And Modern A Compilation Of Examples From Various Sources Of German, Swiss, Italian, French, English, And American Iron (1888)

Architectural Wrought Iron, Ancient And Modern: A Compilation Of Examples From Various Sources Of German, Swiss, Italian, French, English, And American Iron (1888) is a comprehensive guide to the use of wrought iron in architecture. Written by William Winthrop Kent, this book presents a collection of examples from various sources, including German, Swiss, Italian, French, English, and American ironwork. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the history of wrought iron and its use in architecture, and the second part presenting examples of wrought ironwork from different countries and time periods. The examples range from ancient Roman ironwork to modern 19th-century designs. The book includes detailed illustrations and descriptions of each example, as well as information on the techniques used to create them. This book is a valuable resource for architects, designers, and anyone interested in the history and use of wrought iron in architecture.Work From Medieval Times Down To The Present Day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.