Christopher Dresser
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Christopher Dresser (1834-1904) pionier van modern design - Catalogus van de tentoonstelling Emil Fonfoneata, Christopher Dresser, Pioneer of Modern Design, Gent, 2007, 47 p., ill. In kleur, Eng. tekst . Christopher Dresser (1834-1904) wordt beschouwd als de eerste professionele ontwerper van huishoudvoorwerpen in de nieuwe industriële tijd van de 19de eeuw. Catalogus n.a.v. de tentoonstelling ‘Christopher Dresser – Pioneer of Modern Design’ in het Design Museum Gent België, is samenwerking met Emil Fonfoneata & Caroline Thomas.
Books
Principles of Victorian decorative design
Classic by noted Victorian designer discusses aesthetics, practical considerations of Victorian and Edwardian design. Rich, illuminating treatment of historic styles, beauty, utility, design of furniture, carpets, draperies, textiles, pottery, glass, metalwork, many other elements. Over 180 handsome illustrations.