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The furnisher of the per feet bed-room respects the advice to Phaeton, when he assumed control of the Chariot of the Sun: Thou shalt go safest in the middle course. He avoids anything suggestive of bareness and coldness. He gives to every thing the air of being fitted to its place and of intending permanently to hold that place. And when his task is finished, the room occu pies a position midway between the sleeping room of the antique world and that meeting place of the products of many a es and countries which the modern so-ca ed bed room often becomes under the hand of the decorator. The Greeks and Romans literally took up their beds and walked, from a closet on the north side of their dwellings to another closet on the south side, whenever the winds from the mountains warned them of the a roach of winter. From these closets they e' ted all superfluous and many (in our opinion) necessary articles. We may imagine that the Greeks admitted a press for plaiting their gowns and mantles, and a few vases which served them for bureaux, chests of drawers, and boxes; but neither they nor the Romans had the faintest conception of either comfort or home-life.
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- Data di pubblicazione2018
- ISBN 10 1332076394
- ISBN 13 9781332076390
- RilegaturaCopertina flessibile
- Numero di pagine34
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a passionate treatise on the history of ornament in furniture and household objects, exploring the profound connection between the artistic and decorative elements in design. The author argues that the intellectual capacity of a society can be discerned in their ornamentation, demonstrating how the evolution of styles reflects the changing nature of each age. The book traces the development of ornament from ancient times to the Middle Ages, highlighting how the work of early craftsmen was influenced by nature and symbolism. It then examines the impact of the Industrial Revolution on design, critiquing the excessive ornamentation and lack of craftsmanship that characterized the Victorian era. The author advocates for a return to the principles of simplicity, utility, and honesty in design, emphasizing the importance of creating objects that serve a purpose and evoke a sense of beauty. They contend that art should not be confined to museums but should be integrated into everyday life, enriching our homes and uplifting our spirits. Ultimately, the book is a call for a new era of artistic activity and widespread artistic knowledge, inspired by the spirit of the Middle Ages. It urges us to create environments that are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing, fostering a sense of joy and fulfillment in our daily lives. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781332076390_0
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