Furnishing the Eighteenth Century provides an illuminating; interdisciplinary look into European and American furniture during the century that connoisseurs and collectors consider its golden age. Lavishly illustrated; this eclectic and lively collection of essays by historians; art historians; and literary scholars examines the many ways furniture of this period reflects the complex social and cultural issues that shaped this century in both Europe and America. In addition to furniture and portraiture; this diverse compilation considers literature; account books; and handbooks; allowing for a revealing look at how these furnishings created; contested; and subverted their cultures on both sides of the Atlantic. Ultimately; these essays make the past come alive; showing us what made this furniture meaningful in its own time; and why it is still meaningful today.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. He is also a fan of Don Quixote so this gift was perfect for himBy Artsy1515Bought this as a gift for my Dad who works at a museum and the museum recently had a collection of Master Print makers on exhibit. He is also a fan of Don Quixote so this gift was perfect for him. He loved it!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Beautiful picturesBy stephanie turnipseedThe illustrations are even more beautiful than I thought they would be. The book is good quality too. I bought it fur a friend who loves Don Quixote. The pictures are labeled with what scene they depict and seem to go in chronological order.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Wonderful BookBy alaraeWonderful companion to our Don Quixote books.
