Author: Albert Jaquemart
Publisher: Parkstone International
ISBN: 1780428847
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
From the Middle Ages to contemporary times, decorative art can be defi ned by the artistic materials, designs and objects used in both architecture and interior design. Similar to many art forms decorative art continues to evolve, originating with pieces as simple as a chair, noted for its utility, to purely ornamental objects, celebrated for their aesthetic beauty. Decorative Art aims to eulogize these often undervalued objects by giving praise to all mediums of decorative art throughout the centuries. Originally never considered as fi ne art, their artistic potential was not acknowledged until the twentieth century when industrial production replaced artisanal creation. The age, authenticity and above all the uniqueness of these precious objects have now become the new standards of quality and beauty found in decorative art. Join us in discovering the evolution of decorative art through this enticing survey of major masterpieces throughout time.
Decorative Art
Author: Albert Jaquemart
Publisher: Parkstone International
ISBN: 1780428847
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
From the Middle Ages to contemporary times, decorative art can be defi ned by the artistic materials, designs and objects used in both architecture and interior design. Similar to many art forms decorative art continues to evolve, originating with pieces as simple as a chair, noted for its utility, to purely ornamental objects, celebrated for their aesthetic beauty. Decorative Art aims to eulogize these often undervalued objects by giving praise to all mediums of decorative art throughout the centuries. Originally never considered as fi ne art, their artistic potential was not acknowledged until the twentieth century when industrial production replaced artisanal creation. The age, authenticity and above all the uniqueness of these precious objects have now become the new standards of quality and beauty found in decorative art. Join us in discovering the evolution of decorative art through this enticing survey of major masterpieces throughout time.
Publisher: Parkstone International
ISBN: 1780428847
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
From the Middle Ages to contemporary times, decorative art can be defi ned by the artistic materials, designs and objects used in both architecture and interior design. Similar to many art forms decorative art continues to evolve, originating with pieces as simple as a chair, noted for its utility, to purely ornamental objects, celebrated for their aesthetic beauty. Decorative Art aims to eulogize these often undervalued objects by giving praise to all mediums of decorative art throughout the centuries. Originally never considered as fi ne art, their artistic potential was not acknowledged until the twentieth century when industrial production replaced artisanal creation. The age, authenticity and above all the uniqueness of these precious objects have now become the new standards of quality and beauty found in decorative art. Join us in discovering the evolution of decorative art through this enticing survey of major masterpieces throughout time.
The Grove Encyclopedia of Decorative Arts
Author: Gordon Campbell
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0195189485
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 1277
Book Description
The Grove Encyclopedia of Decorative Arts covers thousands of years of decorative arts production throughout western and non-western culture. With over 1,000 entries, as well as hundreds drawn from the 34-volume Dictionary of Art, this topical collection is a valuable resource for those interested in the history, practice, and mechanics of the decorative arts. Accompanied by almost 100 color and more than 500 black and white illustrations, the 1,290 pages of this title include hundreds of entries on artists and craftsmen, the qualities and historic uses of materials, as well as concise definitions on art forms and style. Explore the works of Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, and the Wiener Wekstatte, or delve into the history of Navajo blankets and wing chairs in thousands of entries on artists, craftsmen, designers, workshops, and decorative art forms.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0195189485
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 1277
Book Description
The Grove Encyclopedia of Decorative Arts covers thousands of years of decorative arts production throughout western and non-western culture. With over 1,000 entries, as well as hundreds drawn from the 34-volume Dictionary of Art, this topical collection is a valuable resource for those interested in the history, practice, and mechanics of the decorative arts. Accompanied by almost 100 color and more than 500 black and white illustrations, the 1,290 pages of this title include hundreds of entries on artists and craftsmen, the qualities and historic uses of materials, as well as concise definitions on art forms and style. Explore the works of Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, and the Wiener Wekstatte, or delve into the history of Navajo blankets and wing chairs in thousands of entries on artists, craftsmen, designers, workshops, and decorative art forms.
Introduction to the Decorative Arts
Author: Amanda O'Neill
Publisher: Smithmark Pub
ISBN: 9780831749576
Category : Art deco
Languages : en
Pages : 143
Book Description
Publisher: Smithmark Pub
ISBN: 9780831749576
Category : Art deco
Languages : en
Pages : 143
Book Description
1000 Masterpieces of Decorative Art
Author: Victoria Charles
Publisher: Parkstone International
ISBN: 1783104600
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
From ancient Sumerian pottery to Tiffany stained glass, decorative art has been a fundamental part of the human experience for generations. While fine art is confined to galleries and museums, decorative art is the art of the every day, combining beauty with functionality in objects ranging from the prosaic to the fantastical. In this work, Albert Jacquemart celebrates the beauty and artistic potential behind even the most quotidian object. Readers will walk away from this text with a newfound appreciation for the subtle artistry of the manufactured world.
Publisher: Parkstone International
ISBN: 1783104600
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
From ancient Sumerian pottery to Tiffany stained glass, decorative art has been a fundamental part of the human experience for generations. While fine art is confined to galleries and museums, decorative art is the art of the every day, combining beauty with functionality in objects ranging from the prosaic to the fantastical. In this work, Albert Jacquemart celebrates the beauty and artistic potential behind even the most quotidian object. Readers will walk away from this text with a newfound appreciation for the subtle artistry of the manufactured world.
Introduction to the Decorative Arts
Author: Amanda O'Neill
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781856278973
Category : Decoration and ornament
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
Illustrated in colour throughout Amanda O'Neill examines the way fashion has changed and how it has affected the way objects are decorated from the largest buildings to the smallest pieces of jewellery.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781856278973
Category : Decoration and ornament
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
Illustrated in colour throughout Amanda O'Neill examines the way fashion has changed and how it has affected the way objects are decorated from the largest buildings to the smallest pieces of jewellery.
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The Encyclopedia of Decorative Arts, 1890-1940
Author: Philippe Garner
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780881688733
Category : Decoration and ornament
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780881688733
Category : Decoration and ornament
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
The Publishers' Circular and General Record of British and Foreign Literature
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Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 962
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Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 962
Book Description
Decorative Arts, Furniture, Silver and Jewellery
Author: Christie's Australia Pty. Ltd
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781876981044
Category : Art auctions
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781876981044
Category : Art auctions
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
The Studio Yearbook of Decorative Art
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Category : Decoration and ornament
Languages : en
Pages : 168
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Publisher:
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Category : Decoration and ornament
Languages : en
Pages : 168
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