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The mechanics of vaults in their entirety; comprehending the bridge arches and simple vaults of every usual form, of stone and brick as well as of cast iron; as well as the composite, namely cap, cross and Bohemian vaults, single and double domes; both in the free and weighted state; together with the determination of their thickness and that of the abutments, and finally the thickness of the bridge piers. Applied with constant regard to experience and practice for architects and art experts to the greatest existing masterpieces, and for those less experienced in this art. Pest, Hartleben 1817. 9 eng. Folded plates and 43 folded tables. Tables. 7 pp., 429 p., 3 pp. hardcover with ribbed boards. - First edition. - Some foxing, n.d. and v. - Rare.
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The mechanics of vaults in their entirety; comprehending the bridge arches and simple vaults of every usual form, of stone and brick as well as of cast iron; as well as the composite, namely cap, cross and Bohemian vaults, single and double domes; both in the free and weighted state; together with the determination of their thickness and that of the abutments, and finally the thickness of the bridge piers. Applied with constant regard to experience and practice for architects and art experts to the greatest existing masterpieces, and for those less experienced in this art. Pest, Hartleben 1817. 9 eng. Folded plates and 43 folded tables. Tables. 7 pp., 429 p., 3 pp. hardcover with ribbed boards. - First edition. - Some foxing, n.d. and v. - Rare.
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