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Beaux-Arts Estates, A Guide to the Architecture of Long Island by Liisa and Donald Sclare. New York: Viking Press, 1980. First edition hardcover with dust jacket. 274 pp. A tour of the Beaux-Arts architecture of Long Island estates, illustrating the elaborate method of design of such notable architects as McKim, Mead & White, Carrère & Hastings, Delano & Aldrich, Warren & Wetmore and Hunt & Hunt. The estates were built by many families such as; the Vanderbilts, Whitneys, Fricks, Bendels, Roosevelts and Du Ponts. It includes over 200 photographs, plans and elevations and discusses the histories of the houses, the families, the architects and the influence that the Ecole des Beaux-Arts has had on American architecture.
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- Creator:Liisa and Donald Sclare (Author)
- Dimensions:Height: 11.25 in (28.58 cm)Width: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1980
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. owner's library stamp.
- Seller Location:valatie, NY
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NPT Books, a division of N. P. Trent Antiques, was established in 1982 and serves clients in the US and around the world. We offer a large selection of used and out of print books mainly concentrating on art, architecture, decoration and antiques with a large focus on 1st editions, signed and rare limited editions. Member of The Art and Antique Dealers League of America since 1996.
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