Book/Folio published by Geo. H. Polley Company in Boston, MA, 1914. Handwritten inscription of "Property of David Bork Chicago Aug. 1914 on the inside front cover. Selected by G. Henry Polley Author of English Gothic and Domestic Architecture, the book contains 90 large black and white photographic plates of the furniture, architecture, millwork and interior design of 18th century American homes as photographed in 1914. Prominent and famous properties in Massachusetts, Washington DC, Baltimore, Savannah GA, Charleston, SC, such as the Governor Wentworth Mansion in NH, amongst many others. Foreword by Boston architect, John Lyman Faxon. Pages measure 12.75"/32cm by 18-5/8"/47cm, images typically average 9"/23cm by 13"/33cm but do vary from plate to plate. Individually these would be beautiful if framed or as a collection of framed pieces and framing would cover any damaged edges. Photographs of the listings and descriptions of the plates are included. Please note that there are two plate number 58's but plate number 64 is missing.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Needs Restoration
Condition Notes: The folio cover, back and tie ribbon are in very poor condition as are the edges of many plates. The paper is delicate and cannot be handled easily without further damage but this is sold for the plates to be framed as its best use.

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Paper, Photography

Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Original Condition Unaltered; Needs Restoration; The folio cover, back and tie ribbon are in very poor condition as are the edges of many plates. The paper is delicate and cannot be handled easily without further damage but this is sold for the plates to be framed as its best use.