Malton, Thomas, 1726-1801, A compleat treatise on perspective,, 1778
- Title(s):
A compleat treatise on perspective, in theory and practice; on the true principles of Dr. Brook Taylor. Made clear, in theory, by various moveable schemes, and diagrams; and reduced to practice ... Containing diagrams, views, and original designs, in architecture, &c. ... All originals; invented, delineated, and, great part, engraved by the author, Thomas Malton.
- Edition:
- The 2d ed., corr. and improved; with large additions.
- Published/Created:
- London, Printed for the author, and sold by Messrs. Robson [etc.] 1778.
- Physical Description:
- 10 p.l., 296 p. fold. front., XLVIII plates (part. fold., incl. diagr.) 36 cm.
- Holdings:
- Rare Books and ManuscriptsNC749 M3 1778+ OversizeView by request in the Study Room [Request]
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- Copyright Not Evaluated
- Full Orbis Record:
- http://hdl.handle.net/10079/bibid/144914
- Classification:
- Books
- Notes:
- BAC : Some plates have moveable parts.
BAC : Plates dated 1774-75; a few signed Miller, T. Miller, A. Smith, or T. Coblyer.
BAC : Imperfect: index and table of contents (4 p..), and plate XXXI wanting.
Later "An appendix, or second part" was published. - Subject Terms:
- Perspective.
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