Shaker Design
Condition: SECONDHAND
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: June Sprigg
Binding: Hardback
Published: W. W. Norton & Company, 1988
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
June Sprigg's Shaker Design presents a comprehensive examination of the distinctive aesthetic principles and functional craftsmanship that defined the Shaker community's material culture. This authoritative volume chronicles the evolution of Shaker furniture, architecture, and everyday objects, illustrating how their spiritual beliefs directly informed their minimalist and practical creations. Sprigg's meticulous research uncovers the profound philosophy behind the Shakers' commitment to simplicity, utility, and perfection in their work. The text details the enduring legacy of Shaker ingenuity, offering readers an insightful look into a unique American design tradition.
Author: June Sprigg
Binding: Hardback
Published: W. W. Norton & Company, 1988
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
June Sprigg's Shaker Design presents a comprehensive examination of the distinctive aesthetic principles and functional craftsmanship that defined the Shaker community's material culture. This authoritative volume chronicles the evolution of Shaker furniture, architecture, and everyday objects, illustrating how their spiritual beliefs directly informed their minimalist and practical creations. Sprigg's meticulous research uncovers the profound philosophy behind the Shakers' commitment to simplicity, utility, and perfection in their work. The text details the enduring legacy of Shaker ingenuity, offering readers an insightful look into a unique American design tradition.