By Subject > Architecture, Interior Design, Period Style > 14 > Vitruvius Britannicus: Second Series Vitruvius Britannicus: Second Series Author: John Woolfe, J. Badeslade, James Gandon, J. Rocque Retail Price: $24.95 Availability: In Stock Format: Book Pages: 304 Dimensions: 9 x 12 ISBN: 0486468909 EAN: 978-0-486-46890-7 UPC: 8-00759-46890-4 The sequel to the Dover edition of Vitruvius Britannicus (British Vitruvius), this magnificent volume comprises three folios, originally published between 1739 and 1771. More than 100 plates depict facades, ground plans, exterior elevations, and perspective views of grand Neo-Palladian buildings. This inexpensive edition will be an essential reference for architects and designers. Reprint of Vitruvius Brittanicus, Volume the Fourth, London, 1767-1771. Ready to Buy? Add this to your cart (you can always remove it later.) Shopping here is Guaranteed Safe! Here's a sample of other Dover titles that may interest your customers. 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