Historic Houses of the Hudson River Valley (Rizzoli Classics)
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| Rating | : | 4.92 (800 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0847842975 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 256 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-12-13 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Overlooking the majestic Hudson River, the Hudson Valley has long been a favored place to live. Back in print in a newly affordable edition, Historic Houses of the Hudson River Valley showcases a stunning array of three centuries of homes that are distinctive examples of the region's architecture. From the homes of the early settlers of the seventeenth century to the estates of the landed gentry of the eighteenth century and the baronial mansions of the captains of industry of the nineteenth century, the valley boasts some of the finest houses in America. This book is a sumptuous presentation of thirty-three houses in the region, ranging from the earliest Dutch cottages still extant to the grand Gothic and Italianate revival, stately Georgian, Federal, and Beaux-Arts country homes of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
"You don’t have to travel to Downton Abbey to discover magnificent mansions. You’ll find them much closer to home in a new edition of Historic Houses of the Hudson River Valley, in this lavishly illustrated volume." -New York Times
A sublimely beautiful photo book! "Historic Houses of the Hudson River Valley" is a sublimely beautiful book of architectural photography! I've visited many of the museum houses pictured in this book and believe you me: they've NEVER looked more beautiful than in these photographs! Al. "Beautiful book" according to kcspears. Wonderful book. Great pics of the Hudson Valley Area.. Five Stars Highly recommend
James Ivory is a director who has made more than fifteen films for Merchant Ivory Productions. He has a home in the Hudson River Valley. . Bret Morgan is a well-known architecture photographer. Gregory Long is president of the New York Botanical Garden