The canals of Amsterdam
Subtitle: house by house
By: illustrated by Brian Delf ; text by Leonoor van Oosterzee ; translation, Beter Engels Vertaalbureau
Publisher: Bas Lubberhuizen
Published: 2019
Place of publication: Amsterdam
Language: eng
Translated from: dut
Number of pages: 131
ISBN-13: 9789059375437
Subjects: Architecture, Domestic, in art; Architecture in art
Description: Brian Delf has illustrated many internationally known encyclopedias and atlases. Until he fell under the spell of the Amsterdam canals, fourteen years ago. For almost twelve years he drew the canal houses, house by house. A monks work, yes, but what a pleasure it is! The architecture, the materials, the small architectural details, he recorded everything. The unprecedented beauty of the canal houses is once again confirmed in these drawings. In addition to the four main canals, the Brouwersgracht has been added as a bonus - in color. Author Leonoor van Oosterzee reflects on special buildings, architects and residents. She explains the details and backgrounds.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.