Mediaeval Builder and His Methods - Softcover

Andrews, Francis Baugh

 
9780486406725: Mediaeval Builder and His Methods

Synopsis

A survey of still-extant structures from the mid-13th to 15th centuries offers a fascinating look at the era’s notable builders and their techniques. This volume surveys not only the work of masons, bricklayers, carpenters, plumbers, glaziers, and painters but also the materials they used to build both grand and simple structures. Illuminating illustrations include a selection of rare and revealing plates from medieval manuscripts. Introduction. Appendices. 19 black-and-white illus.

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The number of medieval buildings which survive in the British Isles to this day are a testament to the fine workmanship of their builders. This text profiles the notable builders of the age and their techniques.'

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