Near the turn of the twentieth century, the mass production of affordable lighting forever changed how we work, play, and live. This tectonic shift is directly related to the availability of cheap petroleum-based oil and the refinement of the kerosene lamp. Author Catherine Thuro devoted years of research to compiling a record of these formerly ubiquitous lighting devices. Oil Lamps is her first masterpiece: a comprehensive, invaluable resource. With over 1,000 lamps shown in detailed studio photographs, clearly reproduced illustrations from catalogues and trade journals, this book is the definitive visual compilation of kerosene lamps and accessories. The clear photography is also matched by detailed and engaging explanations about the origins of lamp styles.
Thuro places the kerosene lamp in cultural and historical context, discussing the revolutionary large-scale production of these luminaries, the wide array of raw material used, and the far-reaching consequences of a society literally brought into the light on a massive scale. For both historical and comparative information, this a must-have reference for collectors.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Catherine Thuro is a designer by profession. Following study in the School of Architecture at Auburn University, Alabama, she has applied her considerable talents in such diverse fields as architectural, interior, and landscape design, furniture, costumes and displays. For the past fifteen years she has conducted a successful practice as a landscape consultant. Catherine lives in Toronto, Canada, with her husband and three teenage sons.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping:
£ 1.98
Within U.S.A.
Seller: Lucky's Textbooks, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # ABLIING23Mar2811580201028
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 33167522-n
Quantity: 5 available
Seller: BargainBookStores, Grand Rapids, MI, U.S.A.
Hardback or Cased Book. Condition: New. Oil Lamps: The Kerosene Era in North America 3.15. Book. Seller Inventory # BBS-9781635610727
Quantity: 5 available
Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND Book; New; Fast Shipping from the UK. No. book. Seller Inventory # ria9781635610727_lsuk
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # L1-9781635610727
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # L1-9781635610727
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 33167522
Quantity: 5 available
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Castle Donington, DERBY, United Kingdom
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 33167522-n
Quantity: 5 available
Seller: Russell Books, Victoria, BC, Canada
Hardcover. Condition: New. Special order direct from the distributor. Seller Inventory # ING9781635610727
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: GF Books, Inc., Hawthorne, CA, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Book is in NEW condition. 3.28. Seller Inventory # 1635610729-2-1
Quantity: 1 available