Creators Of Decorative Styles: Being A Survey Of The Decorative Periods In England From 1600 To 1800 (1917)

by Walter Alden Dyer

Book Overview

""Creators of Decorative Styles: Being a Survey of the Decorative Periods in England from 1600 to 1800"" is a book written by Walter Alden Dyer and published in 1917. The book provides a comprehensive exploration of the decorative styles that emerged in England during the period from 1600 to 1800. The author begins by introducing the reader to the historical and cultural context of the time, including the political and social changes that occurred during this period. He then examines the various decorative styles that emerged during this time, including the Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical styles, among others. Throughout the book, Dyer provides detailed descriptions of each style, including the key features of each style, the materials and techniques used, and the key figures and artists associated with each style. He also explores the influence of other cultures and styles, such as the influence of Chinese and Japanese art on the Rococo style. The book features numerous illustrations and photographs, providing the reader with a visual representation of the various styles and examples of decorative art from the period. Overall, ""Creators of Decorative Styles"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of decorative arts and the cultural and artistic developments that occurred in England during the 17th and 18th centuries.With Special Reference To The Masters Of Applied Art Who Developed The Dominant Styles.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120183944
• ISBN13: 9781120183941
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"