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Fri, May 19, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1124

Collection Of Books On The Subjects Of Architects And Architecture, 10 pcs

Estimate: $200 - $400

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Seven hardcover, three softcover. Lot includes: 1. The Work of Frank Lloyd Wright, The Great Wendingen Edition. Published by Horizon Press, 1965. Signed "David W. Osler Architect Dec 9, 65" on the first page (see provenance note). Includes slipcase, H 13.5", W 13". 2. Richard Meier. Published by Academy Editions/St Martin's Press, 1990. Includes dust jacket, H 12", W 8.75". 3. An Everyday Modernism: The Houses of William Wurster. Published for the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art by the University of California Press, 1995. Includes dust jacket, H 12.25", W 9.5". 4. Alvar Aalto by Richard Weston. Published by Phaidon Press ltd., 1995. Includes dust jacket, H 11.75", W 10.25". 5. The Architecture of Ricardo Legorreta edited by Wayne Attoe. Published by the University of Texas Press, 1990. Includes dust jacket, H 12", W 12". 6. The Architecture of Mario Botta edited and photographed by Yukio Futagawa. Published by Rizzoli International Publications inc., 1985. Includes dust jacket, H 12.125", W 12.5". 7. Mies van der Rohe The Art of Structure by Werner Blaser. Published by Frederick A. Praeger Inc., 1965. Includes dust jacket, H 10.5", W 10". 8. Carlo Scarpa The Complete Works by Francesco Dal Co and Giuseppe Mazzariol. Published by Electa Editrice/Rizzoli International Publications, 1985. Softcover, H 11", W 9.75". 9. The Architecture of Arthur Erickson with text by the architect. Published by Tundra Books, 1979. Softcover, H 11.75", W 11.75". 10. The Architecture of Frank Gehry. Published for the Walker Art Center by Rizzoli International Publications Inc., 1986. Softcover, H 10", W 9.75". Provenance: From the Estate of David W. & Constance Lorch Osler, Ann Arbor, MI (Constance Lorch was the youngest child of Emil Lorch, the founding Directoróand later the first Deanóof the School of Architecture at the University of Michigan)

Condition

Tear to the dust jacket of the Mies van der Rohe book. Overall good condition with typical wear of used books. No major damage or loss. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the "Request Condition Report" or "Ask a Question" buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

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