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Medieval Masons

Malcolm Hislop author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Published:10th Oct '09

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An introduction to medieval masonry which explains how the reader can understand more about the practice from archaeological evidence and architectural styles, as well as monastic chronicles and other documents.

Explains the practice of masoncraft in the Middle Ages, using evidence from a number of sources. This book investigates how a study of certain features in these buildings, such as the stonework and building joints, can contribute to our knowledge of working practices of masons in medieval England.This book explains in detail the practice of masoncraft in the Middle Ages, using evidence from a number of sources. Monastic chronicles, building contracts and other contemporary documents have already revealed a good deal of information on the subject, but less attention has, until now, been paid to archaeological evidence preserved in numerous surviving Medieval buildings. Dr Hislop investigates how a study of certain features in these buildings, such as the stonework and building joints, can contribute to our knowledge of working practices of masons in medieval England. By focusing on how to interpret clues in the building structure, this account provides a practical guide to pursuing the study of masonry, and helps the reader to understand and identify the medieval mason's approach to design and constructional techniques.

ISBN: 9780747804611

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 146g

64 pages