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An original 1898 First Edition copy of "The Conduct of Building Work, and the Duties of a Clerk of Works" by J. Leaning, F.S.I., published in London by B. T. Batsford.
This essential late-Victorian manual provides comprehensive instruction on building supervision, contract administration, and the precise responsibilities of a clerk of works. Enhanced with practical appendices and folding architectural plates depicting building plans, elevations, and structural sections.
Bound in original dark blue publisher's cloth with clear gilt stamping.
Dimensions & Details:
Author: J. Leaning, F.S.I.
Publisher: B. T. Batsford, 94 High Holborn, London
Publication Year: 1898 (First Edition)
Format: Hardcover / Dark Blue Cloth
Dimensions: 18.5 cm (H) × 12.5 cm (W)
Condition Report:
Very Good Antique Condition. The blue cloth binding is solid, square, and well-preserved, with clear gilt titles on the front board and spine. Light edge wear. Endpapers show minor age-toning. Internal text block and folding architectural plates are clean, crisp, and securely bound.
The Conduct of Building Work J Leaning Batsford 1898 Clerk of Works Architecture
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This essential late-Victorian manual provides comprehensive instruction on building supervision, contract administration, and the precise responsibilities of a clerk of works. Enhanced with practical appendices and folding architectural plates depicting building plans, elevations, and structural sections.
Bound in original dark blue publisher's cloth with clear gilt stamping.
Dimensions & Details:
Author: J. Leaning, F.S.I.
Publisher: B. T. Batsford, 94 High Holborn, London
Publication Year: 1898 (First Edition)
Format: Hardcover / Dark Blue Cloth
Dimensions: 18.5 cm (H) × 12.5 cm (W)
Condition Report:
Very Good Antique Condition. The blue cloth binding is solid, square, and well-preserved, with clear gilt titles on the front board and spine. Light edge wear. Endpapers show minor age-toning. Internal text block and folding architectural plates are clean, crisp, and securely bound.