SOANE, John (1753-1837). Sketches in Architecture. London: J. Taylor, 1798.
The second edition of a major work by one of England’s greatest Neo-Classical architects. John Soane was a professor of architecture at the Royal Academy, and designed some of England’s most iconic buildings: the Bank of England, Dulwich Picture Gallery, and his own home—now a museum housing his art collection. Abbey Life 74.
Folio (435 x 294mm). Additional title, 54 aquatint engravings (faint dampstain affecting first few text leaves and final plates). Modern boards with gilt label on spine (slight wear).
SOANE, John (1753-1837). Sketches in Architecture. London: J. Taylor, 1798.
The second edition of a major work by one of England’s greatest Neo-Classical architects. John Soane was a professor of architecture at the Royal Academy, and designed some of England’s most iconic buildings: the Bank of England, Dulwich Picture Gallery, and his own home—now a museum housing his art collection. Abbey Life 74.
Folio (435 x 294mm). Additional title, 54 aquatint engravings (faint dampstain affecting first few text leaves and final plates). Modern boards with gilt label on spine (slight wear).
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