[Architectural trade catalogues from Avery Library, Columbia University]
By: [edited by Norman A. Ross ; introduction by Frank Matero].
Contributors: Ross, Norman A., 1942-; Mitchell, Herbert.; Avery Library.; UPA Academic Editions (Firm)
Publisher: UPA Academic Editions
Published: 1989
Place of publication: Frederick, Md
Language: eng
Format: Microform
Number of pages: 3477
Subjects: Avery Library.; Building materials -- Catalogs.; Building fittings -- Catalogs.; Commercial catalogs.
Other titles: Guide to architectural trade catalogs from Avery Library, Columbia University.
Description: "An extensive collection of trade catalogs dating from the 19th and 20th centuries.  The illustrations generally appear with greater clarity than does the text.  Many catalogs pre-date the Civil War although post-war industrialization and production steadily expanded the use of the illustrated trade catalog as a means of advertising for the building supplies industry.  Architects, builders and homeowners could consult the catalogs for products that would increase their comfort and convenience as well as enhance the aesthetics of their homes.  The collection would well serve the historian and the restorer"--The Library of Congress Guide to the Microform Collections in the Humanities and Social Sciences Division, online version.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Title derived from guide.
Titles selected by Herbert Mitchell.
Accompanied by printed guide entitled: Guide to architectural trade catalogs from Avery Library, Columbia University.
Includes index.