Publisher:
Academy Editions Ltd (a division of John Wiley & Sons Ltd.)
Published:
1979
Alibris ID:
17018638182
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Seller's Description:
This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust jacket in fair condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 900grams, ISBN: 0856705993.
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Seller's Description:
Fine in Near Fine jacket. Architecture Book is in excellent condition. Binding is solid and square, covers have sharp corners, exterior shows no blemishes, text/interior is clean and free of marking of any kind. Dust jacket shows the slightest signs of shelf wear only, no tears. Book covers the results of research made by leading fireplace constructors and manufacturing companies as a basis for the guides to construction, including dimensions and specs. The man part of the book contains almost one hundred examples of fireplaces, many of them accompanied by detailed drawings. These indicate the concepts of construction as envisaged by famous architects at home and abroad illustrating the choise between different construction systems, form and choise of materials with many examples of varied styles including freestanding and all types of wall and combination fireplaces. Not exclusively for experts. 140 pages, heavily illustrated with b&w photos, mechanical and architectural drawings. Text is in English and German. Contents include: Types of fireplace, Seating, location, design, dimensioning, construction guides, hearth, safety, ash removal, fireplace opening, firebox, air supply, neck, throat, damper, smoke shelf, shoke chanber, chimney, chimney top, prefabricated fireplaces, fuel, examples.
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Seller's Description:
Fine in Fine jacket. 4to-over 9¾"-12" tall. 140 pages, illustrated in b&w, text is in English and German. "Surveys show that open fireplaces are most popular in Scandinavia, Great Britain and the USA. Today, there is still some prejudice against open fireplaces both here and abroad and often little is known about their construction and uses. This book aims to correct misconceptions and to provide clear and interstinginformation about the subject. The selection of examples is very varied, including freestanding fireplaces and all types of wall and combination fireplaces." FINE HARDCOVER, FINE DUST JACKET.
