Ernest Gimson And The Cotswold Group Of Craftsmen

Ernest Gimson And The Cotswold Group Of Craftsmen

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This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Annette Carruthers
Binding: Paperback
Published: Leicestershire Museums., 1978

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

This scholarly work chronicles the significant contributions of Ernest Gimson and the influential Cotswold Group of Craftsmen to the British Arts and Crafts movement. It uncovers their dedication to traditional techniques and materials, presenting a detailed account of their architectural and furniture designs. The text illustrates the group's profound impact on early 20th-century design, emphasizing their commitment to beauty, utility, and the integrity of handmade objects. Readers will gain an authoritative understanding of the philosophical underpinnings and practical applications that defined this pivotal artistic collective. This essential volume details the enduring legacy of these master artisans, whose work continues to inspire contemporary craft and design.

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Description

Author: Annette Carruthers
Binding: Paperback
Published: Leicestershire Museums., 1978

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

This scholarly work chronicles the significant contributions of Ernest Gimson and the influential Cotswold Group of Craftsmen to the British Arts and Crafts movement. It uncovers their dedication to traditional techniques and materials, presenting a detailed account of their architectural and furniture designs. The text illustrates the group's profound impact on early 20th-century design, emphasizing their commitment to beauty, utility, and the integrity of handmade objects. Readers will gain an authoritative understanding of the philosophical underpinnings and practical applications that defined this pivotal artistic collective. This essential volume details the enduring legacy of these master artisans, whose work continues to inspire contemporary craft and design.