The Architecture of Richard Morris Hunt [Paperback]

Susan Stein (Editor)

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From Library Journal

This book of essays on the work of ar chitect Richard Morris Hunt accompa nies an exhibit jointly sponsored by the American Institute of Architects and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Nine essays by important scholars cover dif ferent aspects of the architect's work, including the Lenox Library and the gateway designs for Central Park. Da vid Chase's article on Hunt's domestic commissions, including the palatial Biltmore House, is especially interest ing. Drawings for the book and exhibit were selected from the vast Hunt col lection at the AIA. A complementary volume to Paul R. Baker's Richard Morris Hunt ( LJ 7/80), this well-illus trated book is highly recommended for most architecture collections. Ed ward H. Teague, Univ. of Florida Libs., Gainesville
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Univ of Chicago Pr (T) (May 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0226771695
• ISBN-13: 978-0226771694
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.7 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #376,212 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars About this book..., November 15, 2009

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This review is from: The Architecture of Richard Morris Hunt (Paperback)

Large trade paperback from the University of Chicago: 192 pp. About 200 illustrations, mostly b&w with a color plate section. 9 essays, followed by notes -- about 18 pp of bibliographic information.

9 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great publication of THE great American architect, March 27, 2000

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This review is from: The Architecture of Richard Morris Hunt (Paperback)

Many people don't know who Richard Morris Hunt is. That is a pure travesty when we think about all the accomplishments he has made to our society. For example, the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Yorktown Monument, just to name a few. Any one interested in architecture or awed by its magnificence should invest in this unique documentation of the education, practice, projects, and drawings of the premier American architect, Richard Morris Hunt.