Cereal Drying Racks: Culture and Typology of Wood Buildings in Europe and East Asia

Cereal Drying Racks: Culture and Typology of Wood Buildings in Europe and East Asia by Klaus Zwerger delves into the fascinating history, construction, and typology of a special building type: the cereal drying rack. These structures, used for drying harvested grains, played a vital role in agricultural societies across various countries and continents. Over centuries, unique and highly functional buildings emerged, blending beauty and practicality.

Following his renowned book Das Holz und seine Verbindungen, which has served as a foundational text for timber construction for over 20 years, Zwerger now presents a detailed exploration of cereal drying racks. Through extensive travels, the author has documented surviving examples of these iconic structures, offering descriptions embedded within cultural and architectural contexts. The book includes duotone photographs and line drawings, providing a rich visual portrayal of these historic buildings.

Key Features:

• Detailed Historical Exploration: Understand the evolution and significance of cereal drying racks in agricultural societies

• Cultural and Architectural Context: Learn about the cultural importance and architectural typology of these structures in Europe and East Asia

• Rich Visual Content: High-quality duotone photographs and illustrations depicting preserved buildings

• Authoritative Work: Klaus Zwerger’s comprehensive research and detailed descriptions provide valuable insights into traditional timber construction

Ideal For:

• Scholars and enthusiasts of agricultural history and traditional architecture

• Students of architecture and cultural history interested in historical building types

• Architects and designers seeking inspiration from traditional wood structures

• Collectors and researchers in timber construction and building typology

Authors:

Klaus Zwerger (Author)

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