Victorian Design Source Book - Softcover

Riley, Noel

 
9781840130447: Victorian Design Source Book

Synopsis

This fully illustrated reference book, designed for collectors, designers and artists, examines all the design elements of Victorian England. The author traces technological developments and captures the spirit of discovery and modernity that characterized the time. Each of the artistic disciplines that dominated the period are explored in detail, such as jewellery, fine art, architecture, graphics, toymaking, furniture, glass, ceramics and photography. Important developments in industrial design are also examined.

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Synopsis

Originally published by Phaidon Press in 1989, this book collects together all the design elements of this age. Separate chapters cover each of the artistic disciplines, including architecture, furniture, glass and ceramics, photography, graphics and the fine arts, all seen in the context of developments in industry, materials and techniques.

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ISBN 10:  0714826022 ISBN 13:  9780714826028
Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd, 1989
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