Decorative Arts, Style and Design from Classical to Contemporary
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| Rating | : | 4.79 (722 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0756623499 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 440 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-10-10 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Contains over 3,000 full-color photos, many specifically commissioned for this book. Truly the only comprehensive reference for enthusiasts and collectors, internationally acclaimed antique expert Judith Miller brings you a complete visual guide to the history of the decorative arts, from furniture and ceramics to glass, silver and metal ware, and textiles. Includes features on influences, designers, craftsmen, workshops, and movements.. Provides a global view of the history of decorative arts
Since October 2002, DK and Judith Miller have launched several series, as well as the comprehensive volumes, Furniture, Tribal Art, and Buy, Keep or Sell? . One of the world's leading experts in the field, Judith Miller began collecting in the 1960s and has since written more than 90 books, many of which are held in high regard by collectors and d
"a breezy and well-researched guide to centuries of style" -- Minneapolis Star Tribune, November 24, 2006"a good reference for decorators, budding collectors or anyone studying the decorative arts." -- San Francisco Chronicle, November 19, 2006"rich color photos and gorgeous examples make this a great choice for browsing" -- Orlando Sentinel, November 26, 2006"Design guru Judith Miller takes readers on an informed and beautifully illustrated tour" -- Newsday, May 2007
LD said Wait Until You See This Book!!!. When this book came out I could not wait until I could get a copy. Books costing $100-Wait Until You See This Book!!! When this book came out I could not wait until I could get a copy. Books costing $100-300 cannot compete unless they specialize on only a limited segment. The publisher claims that there are 3000 (and only a few are small) photos in this book and I believe it. Grouped by time periods and then divided into categories of ceramics, glass, clocks, textiles, furniture, and metalware- it covers primarily 1680 to today. This is a coffee table book weighing almost 6 pounds. In the area not taken up by photos, there are moderately detailed histori. 00 cannot compete unless they specialize on only a limited segment. The publisher claims that there are Wait Until You See This Book!!! When this book came out I could not wait until I could get a copy. Books costing $100-300 cannot compete unless they specialize on only a limited segment. The publisher claims that there are 3000 (and only a few are small) photos in this book and I believe it. Grouped by time periods and then divided into categories of ceramics, glass, clocks, textiles, furniture, and metalware- it covers primarily 1680 to today. This is a coffee table book weighing almost 6 pounds. In the area not taken up by photos, there are moderately detailed histori. 000 (and only a few are small) photos in this book and I believe it. Grouped by time periods and then divided into categories of ceramics, glass, clocks, textiles, furniture, and metalware- it covers primarily 1680 to today. This is a coffee table book weighing almost 6 pounds. In the area not taken up by photos, there are moderately detailed histori. Overview of the Decorative Arts L. M. Keefer Love the format of this book on the decorative arts by expert Judith Miller. It is divided into sections grouped by years: Decorative Past (40000 BC-1600 CE), Age of Ornament (1680-1760), Neoclassicism (1760-1840), Age of Excess (1840-1900). Each age is broken out into furniture, ceramics, glass, metalware, clocks and textiles among others.There are lots of images showing examples. The color is beautiful. This is a heavy and thick book with quality paper. If you are interested in a visual introduction to the decorative arts, this is very . Good book. Judith Miller writes some good books Good book. Judith Miller writes some good books.