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Visual Dictionary of Decorative and Domestic Arts
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A Visual Dictionary of Decorative and Domestic Artsprovides a common and unambiguous vocabulary for the parts of handcrafted decorative, domestic, and artistic items. Terminology for a broad array of object types is presented alongside original 3D illustrations that facilitate objective referencing. The reference enhances learning, labeling, and discussing various craft items in great physical detail. Sixty-four 3D graphic illustrations provide an effective visual format for identifying the vocabulary/location of the parts on individual objects. The dictionary is divided into five major sections: Decorative Objects such as a basket, jar/jug, flatwareDomestic Furnishings such as a bed with bedding, upholstered chairs, tables Artistic Works and Tools such as books, prints, paintings, photographs, and sculptureJewelry Adornment Items such as earrings, necklaces, pins, and watchesAccessory Articles such as a hat, pipe, comb, and fanThe thoroughness of the annotations makes this volume an essential tool for museum curators and conservators, librarians, connoisseurs, buyers and dealers; artists and crafts persons, collectors, designers, registrars and anyone with an interest in visual history.
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A Visual Dictionary of Decorative and Domestic Artsprovides a common and unambiguous vocabulary for the parts of handcrafted decorative, domestic, and artistic items.
Terminology for a broad array of object types is presented alongside original 3D illustrations that facilitate objective referencing.
The reference enhances learning, labeling, and discussing various craft items in great physical detail.
Sixty-four 3D graphic illustrations provide an effective visual format for identifying the vocabulary/location of the parts on individual objects.
The dictionary is divided into five major sections: Decorative Objects such as a basket, jar/jug, flatwareDomestic Furnishings such as a bed with bedding, upholstered chairs, tables Artistic Works and Tools such as books, prints, paintings, photographs, and sculptureJewelry Adornment Items such as earrings, necklaces, pins, and watchesAccessory Articles such as a hat, pipe, comb, and fanThe thoroughness of the annotations makes this volume an essential tool for museum curators and conservators, librarians, connoisseurs, buyers and dealers; artists and crafts persons, collectors, designers, registrars and anyone with an interest in visual history.
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