The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 10, October 1895. French Farmhouses. By: Various |
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The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, Volume 01, No. 10, October 1895 showcases a stunning collection of French farmhouses that will surely captivate any architecture enthusiast. The illustrations are detailed and beautifully rendered, offering a glimpse into the quaint and charming design of these historic buildings. The accompanying text provides valuable insights into the architectural styles and features of each farmhouse, adding depth to the visual presentation. Overall, this volume is a delightful journey through the rustic elegance of French rural architecture, making it a valuable addition to any architectural library. THE BROCHURE SERIES OF ARCHITECTURAL ILLUSTRATION. VOL. I. OCTOBER, 1895. No. 10 FRENCH FARMHOUSES. As it is the purpose of THE BROCHURE SERIES to cover as wide a field as possible in choice of subject matter for its illustrations, and at the same time hold rigidly to the idea of furnishing only what will be useful to its subscribers, it has seemed desirable to present something a little nearer our everyday life than the Italian work which has thus far formed the greater part of the plate matter. The domestic architecture of France and England has naturally served as a model for a great deal of our American work, and especially is this noticeable during the present generation in the close relation between the French châteaux and the more pretentious American residences, as witness the recent productions of the late Mr. Hunt, which have just been published since his death. We are, to be sure, looking in all directions for suggestions, and it cannot help appearing wonderful to a thoughtful observer how many and varied these suggestions are. Our wealthy citizens are building châteaux in the style of Francis I or of somebody else, Venetian or Florentine palaces, Roman villas, Flemish guild halls, Elizabethan half timber houses... Continue reading book >>
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