Traditional Buildings In The Oxford Region
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Author | : John Steane |
Publisher | : Oxbow Books |
Total Pages | : 480 |
Release | : 2013-11-29 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : 1782970320 |
The pivotal position of the Oxford region in the geological and therefore building history of England is of fundamental importance to the study of traditional construction. Oxford occupies a central position on the ancient route between Northampton and Southampton and on the east - west road between London, The West Country, Wales and Ireland. For this reason, unusually for vernacular architecture, the buildings of the region were subject to a wide range of influences. This book, the fruit of twenty years research, provides an account of vernacular architecture in the Oxford region from Anglo-Saxon times to the 19th century. It begins with a discussion of methods and procedures followed by a description of building materials, stone, brick, slate and thatch. This serves as an introduction to the heart of the book, eleven chapters dealing with surveys of cruck buildings, manorial and moated sites, town houses with particular emphasis on Abingdon, and houses in the countryside from farmhouses to cottages. There are then chapters on fire hazards, public houses and public buildings. Several appendices are devoted to wall paintings, ferramenta, apotropaic marks, carpentry details, secrets under the floorboards, fireplaces, staircases and windows. The book is richly and profusely illustrated with over 500 illustrations, photographs, maps, and a particular strength, a large number of drawings of architectural details and sketch perspectives.
Author | : John Steane |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : |
Release | : 2013 |
Genre | : Oxford Region (England) |
ISBN | : 9781782970316 |
Author | : John Steane |
Publisher | : Oxbow Books |
Total Pages | : 480 |
Release | : 2013-11-29 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : 1842174797 |
The pivotal position of the Oxford region in the geological and therefore building history of England is of fundamental importance to the study of traditional construction. Oxford occupies a central position on the ancient route between Northampton and Southampton and on the east - west road between London, The West Country, Wales and Ireland. For this reason, unusually for vernacular architecture, the buildings of the region were subject to a wide range of influences. This book, the fruit of twenty years research, provides an account of vernacular architecture in the Oxford region from Anglo-Saxon times to the 19th century. It begins with a discussion of methods and procedures followed by a description of building materials, stone, brick, slate and thatch. This serves as an introduction to the heart of the book, eleven chapters dealing with surveys of cruck buildings, manorial and moated sites, town houses with particular emphasis on Abingdon, and houses in the countryside from farmhouses to cottages. There are then chapters on fire hazards, public houses and public buildings. Several appendices are devoted to wall paintings, ferramenta, apotropaic marks, carpentry details, secrets under the floorboards, fireplaces, staircases and windows. The book is richly and profusely illustrated with over 500 illustrations, photographs, maps, and a particular strength, a large number of drawings of architectural details and sketch perspectives.
Author | : Jean Cook |
Publisher | : Oxford University Department for External Studies |
Total Pages | : 208 |
Release | : 1986 |
Genre | : History |
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Author | : Andrew Sargent |
Publisher | : Amberley Publishing Limited |
Total Pages | : 162 |
Release | : 2016-10-15 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : 1445659883 |
Explores the rich and fascinating history of the city through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures.
Author | : A. F. Kersting |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 200 |
Release | : 1980 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : |
Author | : University of Oxford |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 8 |
Release | : 1958 |
Genre | : Buildings |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Oxfordshire Archaeological Unit |
Publisher | : Unit |
Total Pages | : 202 |
Release | : 1975 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : |
Author | : Geoffrey Tyack |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press, USA |
Total Pages | : 404 |
Release | : 1998 |
Genre | : Architecture |
ISBN | : |
Few cities have a greater concentration of significant architecture than Oxford, England. This copiously illustrated, chronological guide emphasizes what actually can be seen. Author Geoffrey Tyack suggests a number of walks around Oxford and its immediate environs, providing an ideal companion for the city's visitors and an excellent reference book for architectural enthusiasts. 8 color and 230 bandw plates. 18 plans and maps.
Author | : David Hey |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press, USA |
Total Pages | : 712 |
Release | : 2008-10-09 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : |
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