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Elsie De Wolfe: The Birth of Modern Interior Decoration,Used
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Elsie de Wolfe is a 20thcentury legend and is the mother of modern interior decoration. Her name is familiar to many who practice the art of interior design or who are linked to the fashionable world of tastemaking. She provided appropriate settings for the new rich in the first half of the 20th century and in the process helped to shape our understanding of what we have come to know as the modern domestic interior. I am going in now for interior decoration. By that I mean supplying objets d art and giving advice regarding the decoration of their houses to wealthy persons who do not have the time, inclination, nor culture to do such work for themselves. It is nothing new. Women have done the same thing before. (Elsie de Wolfe) Through the measured reexamination of known materials as well as the review of historyclarifying documents that have been overlooked or underused by previous de Wolfe enthusiasts, Elsie de Wolfe: The Birth of Modern Interior Decoration provides the foundation of a renewed interest in her groundbreaking career, her philosophy of design, and her belief that an atmosphere of beauty could cure a world of ills. This large format, profusely illustrated book covers 29 projects (including Villa Trianon, The Colony Club, Anne Vanderbilt, Anne Morgan, the Duchess of Windsor, and J. Ogden Armour, to name a few) and concludes with a timeline of her works. Written by English decorative arts scholar Penny Sparke and edited by New York Times contributor Mitchell Owens, Elsie de Wolfe: The Birth of Modern Interior Decoration presents the most indepth look ever into the design aesthetic of this early 20thcentury master decorator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Elsie De Wolfe: The Birth of Modern Interior Decoration'? A: The book explores how Elsie De Wolfe transformed interior design in the early 20th century by moving away from Victorian clutter to embrace a lighter, more luxurious aesthetic that defines modern interior decoration.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Elsie De Wolfe: The Birth of Modern Interior Decoration' is Penny Sparke, a noted scholar in decorative arts.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a classic presentation.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains 371 pages filled with detailed profiles and visual illustrations of De Wolfe's projects.
- Q: Is this book a new or used copy? A: This listing is for a used book in good condition.
- Q: What kind of visual content can I expect in this book? A: The book features rare archival photographs, which have been newly restored and reproduced in duotone, alongside color renderings that highlight the elegance of De Wolfe's interiors.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on April 1, 2005.
- Q: What is the significance of Elsie De Wolfe in interior design? A: Elsie De Wolfe is considered a pioneer of modern interior decoration, known for her innovative use of light, color, and space, which has influenced contemporary design.
- Q: What type of readers would benefit from this book? A: This book is ideal for interior design enthusiasts, students of decorative arts, and anyone interested in the history of modern design.
- Q: Are there any notable projects featured in the book? A: Yes, the book includes in-depth profiles of 29 significant projects that showcase De Wolfe's design philosophy and style.