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Words and buildings - the art and practice of public lettering
$100
Words and buildings - the art and practice of public lettering by Jock Kinneir.
From the fly leaf: " .... But the effect of words on buildings goes far beyond functional necessity.... words have been carved, painted, moulded and fixed on or near to buildings to convey a whole range of complex messages to the public. This book is the first to look critically at that range from the viewpoint of the architect and planner rather than that of the typographer alone. ..."
Pub: The Architectural Press, London. 1980 1st ed.
Condition: Used, hardcover with dust jacket. Book in excellent condition - a large number of b&w photos and drawings. Jacket has minor bumping to corners and both ends of spine. 191 pp.
Price: $100
Shipping is not included in the price but you can always pick up your order from our Sydney shopfront if it is convenient.
From the shelves of Mulga Road Books, a Rotary organisation.
Buy a book, change a life.
From the fly leaf: " .... But the effect of words on buildings goes far beyond functional necessity.... words have been carved, painted, moulded and fixed on or near to buildings to convey a whole range of complex messages to the public. This book is the first to look critically at that range from the viewpoint of the architect and planner rather than that of the typographer alone. ..."
Pub: The Architectural Press, London. 1980 1st ed.
Condition: Used, hardcover with dust jacket. Book in excellent condition - a large number of b&w photos and drawings. Jacket has minor bumping to corners and both ends of spine. 191 pp.
Price: $100
Shipping is not included in the price but you can always pick up your order from our Sydney shopfront if it is convenient.
From the shelves of Mulga Road Books, a Rotary organisation.
Buy a book, change a life.
- Date Listed:27/02/2024
- Last Edited:27/02/2024
- Condition:Used
- Shipping:Pickup Only
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