Decorative Arts: From The Collections Of The National Gallery Of Victoria
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A treasure trove for connoisseurs and scholars alike, Decorative Arts from the Collections of the National Gallery of Victoria presents a sweeping survey of ornamental and functional objects drawn from one of Australia's most prestigious cultural institutions. The catalogue chronicles both European and Australian decorative arts traditions, guiding the reader through centuries of craftsmanship — from fine European silverware, ceramics, and furniture to the distinctive design heritage that emerged on Australian shores. Organised into two substantial sections, the volume details the breadth and sophistication of the Gallery's holdings, pairing authoritative curatorial commentary with rich visual documentation of each piece. Beyond its role as a reference catalogue, this publication stands as a significant document in the history of Australian museology, illustrating how the National Gallery of Victoria has long championed the decorative arts as a discipline worthy of serious scholarly attention. The work argues, implicitly but powerfully, that objects of everyday use can carry the same cultural weight as painting or sculpture, situating Australian collecting history within a broader international context. For anyone captivated by the intersection of art, craft, and material culture, this volume poses an irresistible question: what do the objects a society chooses to preserve reveal about the civilisation that made them?
Author: Various
Format: Paperback
Genre: History of arts
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A treasure trove for connoisseurs and scholars alike, Decorative Arts from the Collections of the National Gallery of Victoria presents a sweeping survey of ornamental and functional objects drawn from one of Australia's most prestigious cultural institutions. The catalogue chronicles both European and Australian decorative arts traditions, guiding the reader through centuries of craftsmanship — from fine European silverware, ceramics, and furniture to the distinctive design heritage that emerged on Australian shores. Organised into two substantial sections, the volume details the breadth and sophistication of the Gallery's holdings, pairing authoritative curatorial commentary with rich visual documentation of each piece. Beyond its role as a reference catalogue, this publication stands as a significant document in the history of Australian museology, illustrating how the National Gallery of Victoria has long championed the decorative arts as a discipline worthy of serious scholarly attention. The work argues, implicitly but powerfully, that objects of everyday use can carry the same cultural weight as painting or sculpture, situating Australian collecting history within a broader international context. For anyone captivated by the intersection of art, craft, and material culture, this volume poses an irresistible question: what do the objects a society chooses to preserve reveal about the civilisation that made them?