Historical text and illustrations from Samuel Sloan's The model architect: a series of original designs for cottages, villas, suburban residences, etc. ; accompanied by explanations, specifications, estimates, and elaborate details ; prepared expressly for the use of projectors and artisans throughout the United States. Library has signed copy no. 12. IaU Limited edition of 30 copies. Original title page from Sloan's The model architect reproduced in facsimile. This book pairs historical text and ills. from Samuel Sloan's The model architect (1852) with contemporary text from the U. S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development's online Guide to avoiding foreclosure. The colophon provides commentary by Hanmer, noting the effects of speculation and financial collapse in her own neighborhood. Her book is part political commentary and part homage to Sloan's original work. Title from colophon.
OCLC:
(OCoLC)535089591
Locations:
OVUX522 -- University of Iowa Libraries (Iowa City)
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