Masterpieces of American Furniture from the Munson-Williams-Proctor Institute
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Rating | : | 4.59 (860 Votes) |
Asin | : | 0815681275 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 172 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The essays are complemented with period photographs and detailed images.. American furniture explore the artistic influences on the makers and designers. Each piece offers insightful new research into stylistic influences, manufacturing techniques, and the complex nature of the furniture trade
Recommended for students of 19th century American furniture The Munson-Williams-Proctor Institute is a world renowned center for the fine arts. Ably edited by Anna Tobin D'Ambrosio, the Curator of Decorative Arts at the Munson-Williams-Proctor Institute Museum of Art has compiled essays by herself and other decorative arts scholars on more than 65 f