FROM ARCHITECTURE TO OBJECT - MASTERWORKS OF THE AMERICAN ARTS & CRAFTS
MOVEMENT introduction by Richard Guy Wilson, Dutton Studio Books, NY, 1989.
This book accompanied an exhibit at the Hirschl & Adler Galleries, NY, October
7-November 18,1989 and later the Sturve Gallery, Chicago, December 15, 1989 –
January 22, 1990.
Brilliant color captioned photographs highlight this scholarly treatise on
American Arts and Crafts design and architecture. This exhibit and text take a
different approach on the presentation of this subject by presenting the
evolution of this movement by geographic area (East Coast; Midwest; and West
Coast). Covered are examples of furniture, pottery, metal work, art glass and
lighting, posters and prints, and more. Makers include Charles Sumner Greene,
Henry Mather Greene, Roycroft, Frank Lloyd Wright, Gustav Stickley, Leopold
Stickley, John George Stickley, Fulper Pottery, Grueby Faience, Newcomb
Pottery, Marie Zimmerman, Charles Limbert, George Washington Maher, The Shop of
the Crafters, Robert Riddle Jarvie, Rhead Pottery, Dirk Van Erp, and many
others.
9” x 10.2” softback in very good condition. 156 pages.
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Condition: Very Good A book that does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... |
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