Curtains and Drapes: History, Design, Inspiration by Jenny Gibbs
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Curtains and Drapes
Summary
Drapery is an important element of any interior design and an understanding of its history is vital to any attempt at recreating period style, whether an authentic restoration is required or a modern interpretation in sympathy with the surroundings.
Curtains and Drapes Summary
Table of Contents
Medieval and early history; Renaissance to the Baroque; palladianism and the charm of the Rocco; Neoclassical interiors; Empire and Regency; the Victorian era and the proliferation of styles and revivals; the development of bay windows and lavish pelmets; arts and crafts; art deco to the present day; achieving period style.
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GOR003223003
9780304342594
0304342599
Curtains and Drapes: History, Design, Inspiration by Jenny Gibbs
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Octopus Publishing Group
1994-01-30
224
N/A
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