Between Luxury and the Everyday : Decorative Arts in Eighteenth-Century France Paperback / softback
Edited by Katie (Courtauld Institute of Art, London) Scott, Deborah (University of the Arts, London) Cherry
Part of the Art History Special Issues series
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This collection brings together studies on the French decorative arts in the eighteenth century, extending from bookbinding, typography and engraving to those related specifically to the domestic interior: porcelain, upholstery and furniture. A collection of studies on the French decorative arts in the eighteenth century. Covers an extensive range of subjects from bookbinding, typography and engraving to porcelain, upholstery and furniture. Demonstrates how the advancement of knowledge in porcelain and loom technology resulted in new luxury goods to the glory of Absolutism. Looks at how Revolution demanded that political change be reflected in the details of everyday life, such as dress and furniture.
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:192 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication Date:23/12/2005
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- ISBN:9781405131681
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:192 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication Date:23/12/2005
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- ISBN:9781405131681
