Hoffmann

1904 · 1046 — Berlin: Bruno Hessling 1904 "New construction in the City of Berlin. Overall Views and Details After the Compositions and Furnished with the Original Drawings of the Facades and Interiors as well as Outdoor Photos of the Most Noteworthy Parts of Urban Works Erected Since 1897 in Berlin." Elephant folio 51 x 48 cm silk cloth xivpp. 50 plates with mounted photographs numerous illustrations throughout. This is the oversize deluxe edition published in a series from 1902 to 1912 commemorating the recent architecture from 1897 to date and a magnificent publishing production showcasing Jugendstil and other modernist tendencies of the day. Edited by the Berlin Chief Officer of Building Construction and City Architect Ludwig Hoffmann it is replete with architectural drawings photos of interiors details and full elevation images. The deluxe edition the Lieber-Ausgabe published for architecture enthusiasts were limited to only 20 copies. The plates appear to be mounted original photographs and each has a tissue guard. These folios rank among the most important architectural publications of this era. Condition very good with some fading and wear on the folio covers. This volume weighs ca. 20 lbs. and will require extra postage. Berlin: Bruno Hessling hardcover