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The Old Houses of the Cape - Hans Fransen and Mary Alexander Cook
The Old Houses of the Cape by Hans Fransen and Mary Alexander Cook is a comprehensive survey with pictures and desciptive text of the existing houses and farm buildings in the traditional Dutch style of the 18th century. This copy is number 190/200 of the deluxe edition bound in quarter brown leather and signed by the authors.
Shack Chic - Craig Fraser
Shack Chic: Art And Innovation In South African Shack-Lands by Craig Fraser brings to life the triumph of artistic tenacity over adversity. His vibrant images capture the style and innovation of Cape Town's shack dwellers. Having photographed some of the most luxurious homes in the world, the renowned photographer has found true inspiration in some of the poorest. Using only available light, Fraser left the interiors unstyled to capture their 'true beauty'.
Early Nineteenth Century Architecture in South Africa - Ronald Lewcock
Early Nineteenth Century Architecture in South Africa by Ronald Lewcock describes the interaction between British and Dutch architecture and discusses the major trends that have influenced architecture in South Africa. The author also analyses the sources of various foreign stylistic influences. Illustrated throughout with b&w photos and line drawings.
The Cape House and its Interior - A M Obholzer, M Baraitser & W D Malherbe
The Cape House and its Interior by A M Obholzer, M Baraitser & W D Malherbe the standard work on the subject. Illustrated with 1600 illustrations, 8 in colour. This copy is the deluxe edition, bound in full leather and signed by Obholzer and Malherbe. Number 54 out of 100. With a slip case.
The Cape of Good Hope 1652-1833 - G E Pearse
The Cape of Good Hope 1652-1833 by G E Pearse is an attempt to chronicle the life of men and women who founded the first settlement and later established the Colony of the Cape of Good Hope. The period covered, 1652 to 1833, is one in which the most important towns were laid out and the finest buildings and craftsmanship were produced. Under the Dutch in the eighteenth century and the English in the early nineteenth century, town planning, civic and domestic architecture and furniture in South Africa reached a standard which has made this country deservedly world famous.
Luderitz and Environs - School of Architecture, University of Natal
Luderitz and Environs: Conservation Study by the School of Architecture, University of Natal aims promote the importance of preserving and restoring the remaining historical architecture in Luderitz. It includes detailed diagrams, illustrations and maps of the town and of the buildings and architecture present, with accompanying text.
Africa Style in South Africa - Pamela Strauss
Africa Style in South Africa by Pamela Strauss is a survey of architectural styles in South Africa from the most modest constructions to the more ambitious. Concentrates rather on the unusual and eschews the modern nouveau riche for more individualistic interpretations of the South African soul. Beatifully illustrated in full colour.
Cape Dovecots and Fowl-Runs - James Walton
Cape Dovecots and Fowl-Runs by James Walton deals with a previously unrecorded aspect of Cape vernacular architecture, namely the dovecots, fowl-runs and fowl-houses. Many of these buildings are among the most beautiful examples of early Cape architecture. Profusely illustrated in black and white.