Neoclassicism in the North: Swedish Furniture and Interiors 1770-1850
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| Rating | : | 4.56 (933 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0500281068 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 224 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-12-31 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Color and black-and-white photographs throughout. From royal salons to modest spatter-painted Biedermeier halls, Hakan Groth and Fritz von der Schulenburg open the doors on an astonishing sequence of interiors; some, intensely private, are little known even in Sweden. The text traces the evolution of the Neoclassical style in Sweden, placing it in its wider European context, and explores each of the buildings and its history. The evocative photographs, all specially taken for this book, present in detail the decoration and furnishings of twenty houses and apartments. Plans, and original drawings by the architects and designers, complete the picture. When Crown Prince Gustaf returned from Versailles in 1771 to ascend the throne of Sweden, he was determined to give his country a leading place in Europe culturally as well as politically. The style he fosteredNeoclassicismwas itself an international movement; there are echos in the interiors displayed here of the Louis XVI and Empire modes. These beautiful interiors are of unique value today not only as treasure houses of superb craftsmanship but also as a stimulus to contemporary decorators, and as a reminder that an international language can be spoken in a delightfully personal way. Pieces of furniture may reflect French, English, or German influences, or be copied from objects discovered at Pom
Best Book for Baltic Neoclassicism Classicdude This softcover edition of the 1990 hardcover NEO-CLASSICISM IN THE NORTH is currently the best source for information on 18th and 19th century Swedish furniture and interiors. I have both editions, the softcover being the travel reference, and they ar. As good as it gets A rich variety of houses, some grander than the others, but all well-to-do peoples dwellings. Some of the manors featured aren't very well known even in Sweden, but they certainly deserve their place here. The few I do miss are featured in "The Swedis. "Fabulous Resource" according to Janice M. Brooks. This is another great book for Swedish decorative detail .A great asset in the decorative artist`s Library.A good source for Bolander`s beautiful wall murals. Great photography with excellent detail shots .A beautiful and knowledgable book. I am a dec
Language Notes Text: English (translation) Original Language: Swedish