Title
Early American Decorative Arts, 16201860: A Handbook for Interpreters (American Association for State and Local History),New
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Winterthur Museum is world renowned for its decorative arts collections and its exceptional educational programs. Adapted from the training materials developed at the museum, the revised and enhanced Early American Decorative Arts, 16201860: A Handbook for Interpreters is an indispensable guide for anyone involved with interpretation of decorative arts collections. Early American Decorative Arts, 16201860 elucidates the principles of public interpretation, explains how to analyze objects, and defines the concept of style. Eighteen chapters provide comprehensive descriptions of decorative arts including furniture, ceramics, textiles, paintings and prints, metalwork, glass, and other objects. Many museums and historic sites display such collections to thousands of visitors annually. Guides, interpreters, educators, and collection managers will find this book a helpful summary and a guide to further research. This enhanced edition includes now includes a CD featuring beautiful color images of the more than 170 blackandwhite photographs in the book, bringing the Winterthur collections to life on your computer and in your classroom. Published in cooperation with Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the focus of 'Early American Decorative Arts, 1620-1860'? A: The book focuses on the principles of public interpretation of decorative arts from the early American period, providing in-depth descriptions of various art forms including furniture, ceramics, textiles, and more.
- Q: Who is the author of this handbook? A: The handbook is authored by Rosemary Troy Krill, who has contributed significantly to the field of decorative arts.
- Q: What is included in the enhanced edition of the book? A: The enhanced edition includes a CD featuring color images of over 170 black-and-white photographs found in the book, enhancing the visual experience of the Winterthur collections.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 278 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is listed as being in good condition.
- Q: When was 'Early American Decorative Arts, 1620-1860' published? A: The book was published on September 16, 2010.
- Q: Is this book suitable for educators and interpreters? A: Yes, this handbook is an indispensable guide for educators, interpreters, and collection managers involved in the interpretation of decorative arts collections.
- Q: What is the significance of Winterthur Museum in this book? A: Winterthur Museum is renowned for its decorative arts collections, and the book is adapted from the training materials developed at the museum, showcasing its educational programs.
- Q: How many chapters are in the book, and what do they cover? A: The book includes eighteen chapters that cover comprehensive descriptions of various decorative arts, including furniture, ceramics, textiles, paintings, prints, metalwork, and glass.