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Designs in Carpentry Containing Domes, Trussed Roofs, Flooring, Trussing of Beams, Angle-Brackets and Cornices

published 1759

Abraham Swan (author)

Associated Names

Abraham Swan

Author, British, active 1745/1768

This is a photograph of a leather-bound book cover. The image shows a rich brown leather texture covering the entire surface with subtle variations in shade, giving it a natural and worn appearance typical of aged leather. The edges of the cover are slightly darker, indicating hints of wear. The leather's grain is visible, adding to the authenticity and detailed craftsmanship. The spine on the left side indicates the binding of the book. There is a circular mark near the top.

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1 vol: ill:
Credit Line

Mark J. Millard Architectural Collection, David K.E. Bruce Fund
Accession Number

1985.61.2683

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1998

Middleton et al. 1998, no. 83.

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