Seventeenth-Century Interior Decoration In England France & Holland
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Peter Thornton
Binding: Paperback
Published: New Haven/London (Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art/ Yale University Press), 1981
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: tanning of cover and spine; pages in good condition; little sign of wear
This authoritative volume, Seventeenth-Century Interior Decoration In England France & Holland, chronicles the evolution of domestic aesthetics across three pivotal European nations during a transformative era. It meticulously details the stylistic innovations, societal influences, and craftsmanship that shaped the interiors of the period, from grand aristocratic residences to more modest homes. The text presents a comprehensive overview of furniture, textiles, architectural elements, and decorative arts, illustrating the distinct cultural expressions of each region. Peter Thornton’s scholarship uncovers the intricate interplay between design trends and historical context, offering an invaluable resource for enthusiasts and scholars of art history and decorative arts.
Author: Peter Thornton
Binding: Paperback
Published: New Haven/London (Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art/ Yale University Press), 1981
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: tanning of cover and spine; pages in good condition; little sign of wear
This authoritative volume, Seventeenth-Century Interior Decoration In England France & Holland, chronicles the evolution of domestic aesthetics across three pivotal European nations during a transformative era. It meticulously details the stylistic innovations, societal influences, and craftsmanship that shaped the interiors of the period, from grand aristocratic residences to more modest homes. The text presents a comprehensive overview of furniture, textiles, architectural elements, and decorative arts, illustrating the distinct cultural expressions of each region. Peter Thornton’s scholarship uncovers the intricate interplay between design trends and historical context, offering an invaluable resource for enthusiasts and scholars of art history and decorative arts.