| Spanning five centuries of magnificent ironwork designs by Italian masters, this superb archive encompasses both simple and elaborate ornamentation for doors, windows, gates, balconies, stairs, and other architectural features. A remarkable variety of motifs are depicted – from gracefully executed florals and foliated elements to striking portrayals of mythical beasts.
Book specifications: paperback, 128 pgs., 8 1/2 in. x 11 in.
Publisher: Dover, 2005. |
