Scandinavian Painted Decor - Softcover

Innes, Jocasta

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0304345687 ISBN 13: 9780304345687

Publisher: Cassell Illustrated, 1995

Synopsis

With the help of internationally renowned artisan Jocasta Innes, anyone can create the beautiful and diverse decorative styles found in Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark. Stunning full-color photographs enable you to explore the delights of Scandinavian interiors and painted wood architecture, from the cheerful charm of rural farmhouses and country manors to the rich splendor of palaces and churches. Learn to use traditional painting techniques, including splatter painting, marbling, and stenciling, to transform walls, floors, ceilings, furniture, and other home accessories. With this inspiring source of decorating ideas and how-to instructions, you can bring a touch of Scandinavia to any place in the world.

About this title

Synopsis:

A study and sourcebook of the traditional Scandinavian decorative styles that are influencing contemporary interior design. Each major decorative strand is illustrated, placed in its historical context and analyzed in terms of technique, from pigment composition to particular surface treatments.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cassell Illustrated
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 0304345687
• ISBN 13: 9780304345687
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 256