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Karl Robert Langewiesche Verlag, Konigstein im Taunus & Leipzig, Published date: 1924. Text in German; Softcover, printed decorative paper wrappers; 64 pp; 27 cm. 168. bis 182. Tausend edition. Illustrated with 60 large black and white photographic plates.
In good condition. Original blue printed paper wrappers with ornamental border design; light to moderate shelf wear, edge rubbing, mild surface scuffing and light fading; corners gently bumped. Binding sound. Contemporary ink gift inscription dated 15 February 1925 on front free endpaper. Interior pages lightly age toned with scattered light foxing to margins; plates clean and well preserved. Volume in the Blauen Bucher series presenting a photographic survey of German castles and fortified palaces, with introductory essay by Wilhelm Pinder examining their architectural and historical development. Includes large-format photographic plates of medieval and early modern fortifications throughout Germany and adjacent regions.