The Mirror of Architecture: or the Ground-Rules of the Art of Building, Exactly laid down by Vincent Scamozzi Master-Builder of Venice...

published 1676

Vincenzo Scamozzi (author)

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Vincenzo Scamozzi

Author, Italian, 1552 - 1616

This is a photograph of an old book cover. The image shows a worn and aged leather book cover with creases, scratches, and discoloration, giving it a textured surface. The cover displays signs of aging, such as fading and wear around the edges and corners, indicating prolonged use over time. The overall tone is a rich, dark brown with lighter patches, enhancing its antique and rustic appearance. There are no discernible texts or specific illustrations, emphasizing the simplicity and the natural wear of the book cover.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    bound volume with engraved title page plus 50 engravings (unsigned, full-page, versos blank) and letterpress text

  • Credit Line

    Mark J. Millard Architectural Collection

  • Accession Number

    1983.49.101

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Ownership inscription of Will. Felton; bookplate of Hereford; Mark J. Millard, New York; purchased by NGA, 1983.

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Bibliography

1998

  • Middleton et al. 1998, no. 73.

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