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Guastavino Vaulting: The Art of Structural Tile,Used
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The first monograph to celebrate the architectural legacy of the Guastavino family is now available in paperback. Firstgeneration Spanish immigrants Rafael Guastavino and his son Rafael Jr. oversaw the construction of thousands of spectacular tile vaults across the United States between the 1880s and the 1950s. These versatile, strong, and fireproof vaults were built by Guastavino in more than two hundred major buildings in Manhattan and in hundreds more across the country, including Grand Central Terminal, Carnegie Hall, the Biltmore Estate, the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, the Registry Room at Ellis Island, and many major university buildings. Guastavino Vaulting blends a scholarly history of the technology with archival images, drawings, and stunning photographs that illustrate the variety and endurance of this building method.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Guastavino Vaulting: The Art of Structural Tile' about? A: This book is a monograph that explores the architectural legacy of the Guastavino family, focusing on their innovative tile vaulting technique used in numerous famous buildings across the United States.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Guastavino Vaulting: The Art of Structural Tile' is John Ochsendorf.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on September 17, 2013.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Guastavino Vaulting'? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: What are some notable buildings featured in the book? A: The book highlights several iconic buildings, including Grand Central Terminal, Carnegie Hall, and the Biltmore Estate.
- Q: Is there any visual content in the book? A: Yes, the book includes archival images, drawings, and photographs that showcase the variety and endurance of the Guastavino vaulting method.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: The book is targeted towards architecture enthusiasts, students, and professionals interested in structural design and historical architecture.
- Q: Does the book include a scholarly history of the Guastavino technique? A: Yes, the book blends a scholarly history of the Guastavino vaulting technology with visual content.
- Q: Is this book a first edition or a reprint? A: This book is a reprint edition.