Publisher's Synopsis
John B. Papworth, Architect To The King Of Wurtemburg: A Record Of His Life And Works is a biographical account of the life and works of John Buonarotti Papworth, an English architect who served as the architect to the King of Wurtemburg in the early 19th century. The book, written by Papworth's contemporary, Wyatt Papworth, provides a detailed account of Papworth's life and career, including his training as an architect, his early work in England, and his appointment as the architect to the King of Wurtemburg.The book also includes a comprehensive survey of Papworth's architectural works, including his designs for public buildings, country houses, and churches. These works are illustrated with numerous photographs, plans, and drawings, providing a detailed insight into Papworth's design philosophy and approach.In addition to his architectural work, the book also explores Papworth's wider interests and achievements, including his contributions to the field of architectural education and his work as a writer and illustrator.Overall, John B. Papworth, Architect To The King Of Wurtemburg: A Record Of His Life And Works is a fascinating and comprehensive account of the life and career of one of England's most important architects of the early 19th century. It will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of architecture, as well as to those interested in the wider cultural and social context of the period.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.