Author: Henry Francis du Pont Winterthur MuseumPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Furniture
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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American Furniture
Author: Henry Francis du Pont Winterthur MuseumPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Furniture
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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American Furniture
Author: Charles F. MontgomeryPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Furniture
Languages : en
Pages : 497
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American Furniture, the Federal Period, in the Henry Francis Du Pont Winterthur Museum
Author: Henry Francis Du PontPublisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN: 9780764314063
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 497
Book Description
The incomparable Winterthur Museum collection of beautiful and distinct Federal period American furniture is described and illustrated in this book, first published in 1978. Todays printing technology makes this book even more stunning, presenting beautiful photos of 491 pieces. The text explores the maker, place of origin, size, materials, dimensions, details of design and, most importantly, an evaluation of the merits of each piece. It is a history of the entire process of furniture making in Federal America. This is a classic encyclopedia for Federal period furniture enthusiasts, and a mine of information for everyone interested in the social and cultural history of the formative years of the United States.
Annual Report - Henry Francis Du Pont Winterthur Museum
Author: Henry Francis du Pont Winterthur MuseumPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
The Treasure House of Early American Rooms
Author: John A. H. SweeneyPublisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 9780393300390
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Shows the rooms, furniture, and art objects in Winterthur, the former home of Henry Francis du Pont, now a museum near Wilmington, Delaware, and containing one of the handsomest single collections ever assembled.
Traditional American Rooms
Author: Brent HullPublisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN: 9781565233225
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 179
Book Description
An ideal sourcebook for architects, woodworkers, and homeowners, this beautiful reference showcases the stunning architectural details of the Winterthur Museum. This guided tour explores 33 rooms from the Georgian and Federal periods with stunning photography, architectural terms, detailed drawings, and fascinating commentary.
Early American Decorative Arts, 1620-1860
Author: Rosemary Troy KrillPublisher: Rowman Altamira
ISBN: 0759119465
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Winterthur Museum is world renowned for its decorative arts collections and its exceptional educational programs. Adapted from the training materials developed at the museum, the revised and enhanced Early American Decorative Arts, 1620-1860: A Handbook for Interpreters is an indispensable guide for anyone involved with interpretation of decorative arts collections. Early American Decorative Arts, 1620-1860 elucidates the principles of public interpretation, explains how to analyze objects, and defines the concept of style. Eighteen chapters provide comprehensive descriptions of decorative arts including furniture, ceramics, textiles, paintings and prints, metalwork, glass, and other objects. Many museums and historic sites display such collections to thousands of visitors annually. Guides, interpreters, educators, and collection managers will find this book a helpful summary and a guide to further research. This enhanced edition includes now includes a CD featuring beautiful color images of the more than 170 black-and-white photographs in the book, bringing the Winterthur collections to life on your computer and in your classroom. Published in cooperation with Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library.
American Studies
Author: Jack SalzmanPublisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521266871
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 980
Book Description
A major three-volume bibliography, including an additional supplement, of an annotated listing of American Studies monographs published between 1900 and 1988.
Utility and Beauty
Author: Mark ReinbergerPublisher: University of Delaware Press
ISBN: 0874137608
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
Utility and Beauty examines the art and craft of composition ornament through the life and work of Robert Wellford (1775-1844) of Philadelphia, the foremost maker of compo in America."
Congressional Record
Author: United States. CongressPublisher:
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Category : Law
Languages : en
Pages : 1032
Book Description