Historic Architecture In Northwest Philadelphia

Author : Joseph Minardi
Publisher : Schiffer Pub Limited
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0764341987

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Historic Architecture in Northwest Philadelphia by Joseph Minardi Pdf

Historic Architecture in Northwest Philadelphia is a colorful and comprehensive look at the rich architectural history of the Wissahickon Valley, and the people who made it possible with a locally sourced building stone, the Wissahickon schist. The simple stone structures of Germantown's origins as a village of German immigrants laid the groundwork for the more elaborate buildings for Philadelphia's rising mercantile class that followed. From the colonial period to the 1930s, this architectural tour explores 450 structures, many still standing and well preserved, in the area from Wayne Junction in Germantown to Northwest Avenue in Chestnut Hill. A wide variety of architectural styles and influences are captured in nearly 750 modern day and archival images, including the Georgian, Colonial, and Federal styles of the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries; the Revival of those styles and others; Italianate; Second Empire; and Romantic Eclecticism. This extensive architectural review is ideal for architects, historians, and residents of Northwest Philadelphia.

Author : Roger W. Moss
Publisher : University of Pennsylvania Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1998-05-29
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0812234383

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Historic Houses of Philadelphia by Roger W. Moss Pdf

"Historic Houses of Philadelphia" brings the region's most impressive museum homes to life with maps, touring information, and historical notes on 50 distinctive homes. 160 photos, 150 in color.

Author : Joseph Minardi
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0764337718

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Historic Architecture in West Philadelphia, 1789-1930s by Joseph Minardi Pdf

West of the Schuylkill River, what was once Blockley and Kingsessing Townships is now West Philadelphia. Here is a comprehensive look at the rich architectural history of neighborhoods in and around University City and biographies of the architects who made it possible. In more than 500 images, see this area of the "City of Brotherly Love" transition from humble beginnings as a collection of sprawling farms and dusty hamlets to a streetcar suburb for upwardly mobile types looking to escape the old city and a haven for esteemed educational institutions. Packed with archival images, maps, and color photos, the book covers Cedar Park to Powelton Village, chronicling the charm and elegance found in West Philadelphia's architecture, much of which is still on public display. Examples include Second Empire, Victorian, Queen Anne, Collegiate Gothic, and Italianate styles. This is a global and historic review ideal for architects, urban planners, historians, and of course residents of Blockley and Kingsessing.

Author : Thompson Westcott
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 542 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1877
Category : Buildings
ISBN : UCAL:B3127958

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The Historic Mansions and Buildings of Philadelphia by Thompson Westcott Pdf

Author : Roger W. Moss
Publisher : University of Pennsylvania Press
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2008-11-18
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0812241061

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Historic Landmarks of Philadelphia by Roger W. Moss Pdf

Architectural historian Moss and photographer Crane set out to celebrate the surviving historic architecture of Philadelphia. This lavishly illustrated book celebrates Philadelphia's evolution from a modest mercantile outpost of a colonial power to a world-renowned cosmopolitan city.

Author : John Andrew Gallery
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Travel
ISBN : STANFORD:36105021535393

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Philadelphia Architecture by John Andrew Gallery Pdf

PHILADELPHIA ARCHITECTURE; a comprehensive guide to 300 years of architectural history describes 253 BUILDINGS with 174 corresponding PHOTOGRAPHS including each building's location, date(s), architect, client, use & its fit into the social & economic history of Philadelphia & its relationship to the evolution of architectural styles. This book is for layperson or architect, resident or visitor. 'A museum of architecture', Philadelphia, more than any American city, represents the history of architecture in the U. S. with its outstanding examples of every important architectural style & period in the country's history. Contains NINE WALKING & DRIVING TOURS, an illustrated GLOSSARY of architectural terms & BIOGRAPHIES of important Philadelphia architects. The companion volume to PHILADELPHIA ARCHITECTURE: PHILADELPHIA'S BEST BUILDINGS: IN (OR NEAR) CENTER CITY. 39-PAGES ($7.95) ISBN (0-9622908-2-3) published by Foundation for Architecture, editor: John Gallery. Highlights 48 significant buildings; colorful MAPS for WALKING TOURS of four areas representing different architectural periods, & PHOTOGRAPHS of each building. Special feature--a list of outstanding buildings of interest to CHILDREN. Guidebook is perfect for the visitor restricted by time who wishes to view a select group of buildings. Call: FFA 215-569-3187; One Penn Center at Suburban Station, Suite 1165, Philadelphia, PA 19103, or Koen Book Distributors.

Author : Rachel Hildebrandt
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : History
ISBN : 0738562971

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The Philadelphia Area Architecture of Horace Trumbauer by Rachel Hildebrandt Pdf

"Architect Horace Trumbauer (1868-1938) is well known for the wide range of residential, commercial, and civic structures he designed in and around Philadelphia. His works can be found along Old York Road and the Main Line, as well as in Philadelphia and Springfield Township, Montgomery County. During the American renaissance in architecture, Trumbauer masterfully interpreted the classical styles, designing many of the areas's most notable structures. Captured in stunning exterior and interior photographs, The Philadelphia area architecture of Horace Trumbauer highlights the architect's most significant works, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Keswick Theatre, the Widener Building, Whitemarsh Hall, Lynnewood Hall, and Ardrossan"--P. [4] of cover.

Author : Joseph Minardi
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2014-03
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0764345125

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Historic Architecture in Philadelphia by Joseph Minardi Pdf

This photographic story of three dynamic neighborhoods in Philadelphia's twenty-first ward traces the evolution of each community as defined by its architecture. From the outstanding Tudor Historic District to elegant homes near Wissahickon Avenue, East Falls is a must-see neighborhood for connoisseurs of fine domestic architecture. Manayunk, once known as the Manchester of America, still retains its European hill town character, preserved in its worker homes, churches, and mills. Roxborough has its own unique architectural profile, with suburban residences of the Victorian era and the rural setting of Upper Roxborough. Historic Ridge Avenue is dotted with venerable structures from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Brimming with nearly 500 full color photographs and archival images, and supplemented by selected biographies of the featured architects and firms, this book will charm history buffs, lovers of vintage architecture, and Philadelphia enthusiasts.

Author : Frank Cousins,Phil M. Riley
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2021-04-25
Category : Architecture
ISBN : EAN:4057664638908

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The Colonial Architecture of Philadelphia by Frank Cousins,Phil M. Riley Pdf

You will love reading this fun and interesting textbook about colonial architecture in Philadelphia. Contents: Philadelphia Architecture, Georgian Country Houses of Brick, City Residences of Brick, Ledge-Stone Country Houses, Plastered Stone Country Houses, cont.

Author : William F. Gray
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1915
Category : Architecture
ISBN : UVA:X000215128

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Philadelphia's Architecture by William F. Gray Pdf

Author : Coppa & Avery Consultants
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Architecture
ISBN : STANFORD:36105032747508

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Architecture and Preservation in Philadelphia by Coppa & Avery Consultants Pdf

Author : Thompson Westcott
Publisher : Palala Press
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2015-08-31
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1340739232

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The Historic Mansions and Buildings of Philadelphia by Thompson Westcott Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Frank Cousins
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2015-06-17
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1330349873

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The Colonial Architecture of Philadelphia by Frank Cousins Pdf

Excerpt from The Colonial Architecture of Philadelphia So many books have been published which are devoted wholly or in part to the fine old Colonial residences and public buildings of Philadelphia, including Germantown, that it might seem almost the part of temerity to suppose there could be a place for another one. A survey of the entire list, however, discloses the fact that almost without exception these books are devoted primarily to a picture of the city in Colonial times, to the stories of its old houses and other buildings now remaining, or to an account of the activities of those who peopled them from one to two centuries ago. Some more or less complete description of the structures mentioned has occasionally been included, to be sure, but almost invariably this has been subordinate to the main theme. The narrative has been woven upon a historical rather than an architectural background, so that these books appeal to the tourist, historian and antiquary rather than to the architect, student and prospective home builder. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Author : Thompson Westcott
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2022-10-27
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1017273146

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The Historic Mansions And Buildings Of Philadelphia: With Some Notice Of Their Owners And Occupants by Thompson Westcott Pdf

Author : Historic American Buildings Survey,Richard J. Webster
Publisher : Temple University Press
Page : 445 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 0877222150

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Philadelphia Preserved by Historic American Buildings Survey,Richard J. Webster Pdf

Today, William Penn's town is the living history of 300 years of architecture told in outstanding examples of Colonial, Federal, Italianate, and other early styles, and in the twentieth-century innovations of LeCorbusier, Kahn, and Wright. This new paperback edition updates the Historic American Buildings Survey collection, with new information on buildings lost through fire or demolition, or altered to restore the original architecture. Organized by the traditional sections of the city, The entries include extensive physical descriptions of the structures, analyses of architecturally notable features, dates of construction, alteration, or demolition, and a new street index. The book contains more than 100 drawings, photos, and maps from the HABS collection. Author note:Richard J. Websteris Professor of History and American Studies at West Chester State College, West Chester, Pennsylvania.