Resolutions of the Associated Architects; with the Report of a Committee. To Consider the Causes of the Frequent Fires

Published by London N/A 1793, 1793

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Seller: Christian White Rare Books Ltd, Ilkley, Yorkshire, United KingdomChristian White Rare Books Ltd

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[4] pp 31 [1] An uncommon architectural pamphlet in near fine condition, stab-sewn in original blue paper wrappers. The pages are untrimmed with a few foxing spots. The pamphlet presents the findings of 'the whole society of Architects' (including Matthew Brettingham, William Chambers, John Soane) who met in 1792 to consider the causes of the frequent fires in London and how to prevent them, citing correspondence from Henry Wood in Sloane Square and 'several desultory, but some ingenious, Methods of prevention'. 'A most effectual method' invented by Charles, Viscount Mahon, is reproduced from the Philosophical Transactions. ESTC T222511; 9 copies, not in Beinecke, Folger or Huntington. Near Fine Please contact Christian White Rare Books Ltd for more information or images of this item.

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Bibliographic details

Title
Resolutions of the Associated Architects; with the Report of a Committee. To Consider the Causes of the Frequent Fires
Author
William Chambers, Matthew Brettingham, John Soane, Associated Architects
Publisher
London N/A 1793
Publication year
1793
Condition
Near Fine
Edition
1st Edition

Christian White Rare Books Ltd

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Christian White Rare Books Ltd, has been buying and selling rare books and manucripts since 2006. We serve collectors of every kind, from all over the world, as well as supplying books to institutional rare book collections. We welcome direct contact from customers via ABEbooks and via our own website; we are pleased to offer a discount to members of the book trade: do get in touch. We would love to hear from you if you have interesting books, manuscripts, archives and handwritten items to sell. Company Number: 7980586 …

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