Medieval Architectural Drawing

Focusing on the architectural techniques of the past, this book unveils newly discovered drawings from builders of iconic monuments like Wells Cathedral and York Minster. It explores the evolution of craftsmen's drawing methods over five centuries, including those found on plaster and parchment. The author examines the drawing practices of carpenters and wood-carvers, revealing the continuity of medieval techniques into the post-Medieval era, particularly among craftsmen working for Christopher Wren. This work is essential for architectural and medieval historians.