Architecture of New York City: Histories and Views of Important Structures, Settings, and Symbols
Macmillan Pub Co, 1984. First edition. Hardcover. First printing. Fine in fine dust jacket. Hardcover. xi+ 339 pp. with glossary, index. Illustrated throughout with photographs. An art history overview of the renownd architecture of New York City from the days of the 17th century Dutch Stadt Haus through the 20th century. The early chapters deal with the architectural features of the Dutch period, the Georgian/American Revolution period, teh Federal style,,19th century Greek revival as well as chapters on theaters, churches, cast-iron buildings, skyscrapers (the Woolworth Building, Chrysler and Empire State buildings) Art Deco style, fashionable dwellings like The Dakota, transportation hubs, the Brooklyn Bridge, etc. Fine / fine. Item #E24242
ISBN: 9780026024006
Price: $22.95