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A & J Main and Co. Ltd. Catalogue No. 197
Trade Catalogue of A and J Main and Co. Ltd, Clydesdale Ironworks, circa 1890.
A Grammar of Colouring
A compilation of the 1800s chemist, George Field, intended to give decorative artists information on the origin, composition and properties of various pigments, dyes and paints.
A Survey of Thatched Buildings in Scotland
This publication is a photographic survey of thatched buildings in Scotland, surveyed between May 2014 and August 2015 by Zoe Herbert, on behalf of the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.
Builders Vade Mecum
A snapshot of the architectural and construction industry in the mid-1700s. The Builder's Vade Mecum is a snapshot of the architectural and construction industry during the mid 18th century.
Building Timber and Iron Work Burn
Building Timber and Iron Work Burn - Written for students in the building construction trade, this manual provides a good description of each of the materials timber, iron and lead.
Calanais Survey and Excavation, 1979-88
The full report on excavations at the stone ring and alignments at Calanais in the Western Isles. The digs took place between 1980 and 1986 in advance of repairs to the ground, much worn by visitors.
Callendar Iron Co Ltd Falkirk - Selection catalogue 240
This document is a historic trade catalogue of goods manufactured by the Callendar Iron Company in Falkirk, including ranges, portable stoves, grates and other interior fittings.
Callendar Iron Company Ltd General Castings
A catalogue of ornamental iron goods manufactured by the Callendar Iron Company in Falkirk, including decorative balusters, railings, gates, fences, grates, finials, brackets and garden furniture.
Carron Company No.2
"Carron Company No.2" is the second in a set of historic catalogues of goods manufactured by Carron Company including mantel grates, stoves and other heating and cooking appliances.