Description: I. M. Pei : A Profile in American Architecture by Carter Wiseman. Harry N. Abrams, New York, 2001. Large format, lavishly illustrated 340 page first revised edition hardcover with jacket in excellent condition with remainder mark on bottom edge - no interior markings or other visible flaws. In 1990, I. M. Pei: A Profile in American Architecture was published as the first full-length study of the life and work of this extraordinary artist. The revised edition includes a chapter on Pei's work since 1990, when he established a new relationship with his firm that enabled him to pursue more small scale, personal commissions. Illustrated from the rich archives of Pei Cobb Freed & Partners, the book charts Pei's progress from his birth in China in 1917 through every milestone in his career to his preeminent position today. The author, noted architecture critic Carter Wiseman, has supplemented extensive and meticulous research with many hours of conversation with Pei, his family, his associates, and his clients. Wiseman focuses his text on the buildings of special relevance to Pei's career, and, whether discussing the Kennedy Library, the Meyerson Symphony Center, or the Louvre, he carefully considers the project's architectural, sociological, and personal dimensions. One sees how Pei's artistic vision has emerged, how he has deftly met the demands of each new situation and client, and how his charismatic personality has affected events.Scores of color photographs present Pei's buildings in all their splendid variety - from the urban grandeur of the Dallas City Hall to the daring innovation of the Bank of China skyscraper. Dozens of revealing drawings, plans, and models as well as personal and documentary photographs make this volume the only comprehensive visual record of Pei's work. $4.99 domestic U.S. shipping. Payment must be received within 24 hours of sale.
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Book Title: I. M. Pei : a Profile in American Architecture
Book Series: I. M. Pei : A Profile in American Architecture
Original Language: English
Item Length: 11.4in.
Vintage: No
Personalize: No
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Item Height: 1in.
Personalized: No
Features: Dust Jacket, Illustrated, Revised
Topic: Individual Architects & Firms / General, Artists, Architects, Photographers
Item Width: 9.1in.
Signed: No
Ex Libris: No
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Publisher: Abrams, Inc.
Intended Audience: Adults
Inscribed: No
Edition: Revised Edition
Publication Year: 2001
Type: Book
Era: 2000s
Author: Carter Wiseman
Genre: Biography & Autobiography, Architecture
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Item Weight: 60.6 Oz
Number of Pages: 340 Pages
