The Morse-Libby Mansion, Portland, Maine: A Report on Restoration Work 1973-1977.
Washington, D.C. Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, National Park Service, 1977. First edition. Staplebound Wraps. Quarto, pp. 56, illustrated with b/w photographs and drawings. Ex-library markings. Good: a photograph or drawing that once graced the cover has been detached and is missing, leaving tape stains on the reverse side. Item #23849
The Morse-Libby Mansion is a historic house in downtown Portland, Maine. The brownstone exterior, elaborate interior design, opulent furnishings and early technological conveniences provide a detailed portrait of lavish living in 19th-century America. The building is recognized as one of the finest, and least-altered examples of a large Italianate brick/brownstone home in the United States. This booklet provides a detailed written and photographic account of work on this important building. From the Old House Journal reference library.
Price: $45.00