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Exotic Taste: Orientalist Interiors
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Exuberant Chineseinspired drawing rooms, Persianstyle boudoirs, bulbous Mogul domes, and Turkish smoking rooms were once the rage in avantgarde circles and are undergoing a resurgence in popularity today as the global economy brings attention to the styles of the Far East, India, and the Islamic world. Emmanuelle Gaillard and Marc Walters lavish new book traces the Asian sources of this fashion, and its transformation in late 19th and early 20thcentury Western settings. Illustrated with extraordinary vintage and contemporary interior photography, fabrics, wallpapers, patterns, decorative objects, and costumes, this volume tours the houses of writers, thinkers, business tycoons, princesses, and even the Russian empress Catherine the Great. Exotic Taste is a rich treat for anyone drawn to the fantastic, elaborate style of Orientalism.Praise for Exotic Taste:'Beginning in the 18th century, European tastemakers, chafing under the constraints of classicism, turned to the exotic East, swooning over the intricate patterns and scenes and lush, sensual colors found in the arts of China, Japan, India, and the Arabic world. Exotic Taste: Orientalist Interiors examines the craze for all things Eastern that resulted in such anomalies as English country houses with onion domes and the tiled fantasia, complete with trickling fountain and pool, that the Victorian painter Lord Leighton build in his London home.' Elle Dcor'The lengths that collectors will go to, the money and legwork they will sink into exotic antiques completely unrelated to their daily lives, can make for transporting reading. [One of] the years five best books in the genre, Exotic Taste makes particularly good holiday reading because of Ms. Gaillards descriptions of jolly multicultural parties and intense shopping sprees.' The New York TimesFrom Chineseinspired drawing rooms and Persianstyle boudoirs to graceful Mogul domes and Turkish smoking rooms, stylistic influences from the Far East, India and the Islamic world have inspired Western architects, artists and designers for nearly 400 years. Dripping with exotic colors and tiles, this sumptuous tome is a history lesson and design book packed into one.' Detroit News'In 'Exotic Taste,' Emmanuelle Gaillard and Marc Walter appeal to those interested in collecting, design, architecture and art history and take readers on an artistically historical journey by illustrating, through more than 200 images, the development of Orientalism through the 19th and 20th centuries.' Newsday'Exotic Taste: Orientalist Interiors [is] a sumptuous look at how decorative styles from the Far East, India and the Islamic world found their way to the west.' Houston Chronicle
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Exotic Taste: Orientalist Interiors'? A: 'Exotic Taste: Orientalist Interiors' explores the influence of Eastern design elements on Western interiors, showcasing how styles from China, India, and the Islamic world transformed European aesthetics from the 18th to the 20th century.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'Exotic Taste: Orientalist Interiors' consists of 240 pages filled with rich illustrations and insights into the history of Orientalism in interior design.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Emmanuelle Gaillard and Marc Walter, both respected figures in the field of design and art history.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Exotic Taste: Orientalist Interiors' is available in a hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a premium feel for collectors and design enthusiasts.
- Q: When was 'Exotic Taste: Orientalist Interiors' published? A: The book was published on October 1, 2011, making it a contemporary resource for those interested in Orientalist design.
- Q: What kind of illustrations can I expect in this book? A: The book features over 200 images, including vintage and contemporary interior photography, decorative objects, and historical examples of Orientalist influence.
- Q: Is this book suitable for collectors? A: 'Exotic Taste: Orientalist Interiors' is ideal for collectors, as it provides a comprehensive overview of the development of Orientalism and showcases unique design elements.
- Q: Does the book provide historical context? A: Yes, the book offers a historical narrative, tracing the evolution of Eastern design influences in Western settings over nearly 400 years.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: 'Exotic Taste: Orientalist Interiors' is categorized as a used book in good condition, ensuring that it remains a valuable addition to any collection.
- Q: Can I find design inspiration in this book? A: Absolutely, the book is rich in design inspiration, showcasing various styles and decorative elements that can influence contemporary interior design.