Grandjean de Montigny, Augustus H.V. & Famin, A.
Published by Pencil Points Press: New York 1923
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Architecture Toscane ou Palais, Maisons et Autres Édifices de la Toscane by Grandjean de Montigny, Auguste H.V., and A. Famin, reissued by Pencil Points Press in New York in 1923, is a landmark architectural folio celebrating the classical and Renaissance heritage of Tuscany. Originally published in the early nineteenth century, this elegant edition reproduces the magnificent plates and measured drawings that document Tuscan palaces, villas, and civic buildings in exquisite detail. Each plate reveals the harmony of proportion, ornament, and structural ingenuity that defined the architectural genius of Florence and its surrounding regions, serving as both an artistic inspiration and a scholarly reference for architects, designers, and historians.
The 1923 Pencil Points Press edition—faithful to the grandeur of the original—was part of a movement to revive interest in classical architectural traditions during the early twentieth century. Printed to a high standard with fine reproductions, it captures the enduring influence of Italian Renaissance design on modern architecture and education. A rare and beautiful work, it appeals strongly to collectors of architectural folios, students of Renaissance design, and admirers of the artistic and structural legacy of Tuscany."
Some fading and minor damage to dust jacket. General ageing to pages as shown otherwise book is in good condition. Please study photos to understand condition. Happy to provide more photos on request.
