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With nearly one thousand commissions executed between 1879 and 1912, McKim, Mead & White was the architectural firm of choice of the most prestigious projects of the era, including the redesign of the White House and the Mall in Washington, D.C., and the campuses of Harvard and Columbia Universities. Among its residential clients were many of the most powerful figures of the Gilded AgeVanderbilts, Whitneys, Pulitzersfor whom the firm built splendid summer cottages in Newport and throughout Long Island and the Hudson valley and sumptuous town houses in Boston, Washington, Baltimore and New York.More than thirty houses are presented here, their exteriors and interiors elegantly recorded in lush new color photographs. The book also provides the first look at the recent restoration of the Isaac Bell house in Newport and newly reinstalled Venetian room at the Payne Whitney house, now the French Cultural Services, in New York City.
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- Q: What is the size of the book 'The Houses of McKim, Mead & White'? A: The book measures ten point two inches in length, one point three inches in width, and twelve point one inches in height.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Houses of McKim, Mead & White'? A: The book contains two hundred fifty-two pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Houses of McKim, Mead & White'? A: The author of the book is Samuel G. White.
- Q: What is the primary subject of this book? A: The book focuses on the architectural firm McKim, Mead & White and their significant commissions.
- Q: How do I read 'The Houses of McKim, Mead & White'? A: You can read this book by following the chapters and sections that detail various projects and houses.
- Q: Is this book suitable for architecture students? A: Yes, this book is suitable for architecture students as it provides insights into historical architectural practices.
- Q: What age group is this book appropriate for? A: This book is appropriate for adults and older teenagers interested in architecture.
- Q: Can I use this book for research on architecture? A: Yes, this book serves as a valuable resource for research on the works of McKim, Mead & White.
- Q: How should I store 'The Houses of McKim, Mead & White' to keep it safe? A: Store the book upright on a shelf in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
- Q: Does this book require any special care? A: No, but it's advisable to handle it with clean hands to avoid smudges.
- Q: What should I do if the book gets damaged? A: If the book gets damaged, consider repairing it with bookbinding tape or consulting a professional book restorer.
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- Q: What if the book arrives with printing errors? A: If the book arrives with printing errors, contact the seller for a potential exchange or refund.