DetailsTHAMES AND HUDSON
2008
320 Pages
Format: Rústica
ISBN: 9780500287590
Language: INGLÉSCategory: Arts decoratives Art NouveauDescriptionNewly available in paperback, this comprehensive companion to the Arts and Crafts movement reviews its background, history, personal ities and glorious products. The origins of the movement are identified and the inspiration of its founder, William Morris, craftsma n, poet and social reformer is celebrated. Such key exponents as Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Frank Lloyd Wright and Gustav Stickley a re considered in detail and information is provided on the distinguishing characteristics of each designers contribution. Illustrate d with 300 meticulously researched images.