Modern Design in Jewellery and Fans by Charles Holme
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"Modern Design in Jewellery and Fans" by Charles Holme is a collection of essays and critiques focused on the art of jewellery and fan design written in the early 20th century. It encompasses a wide range of perspectives from various contributors who explore the advancements in the arts of jewellery-making and fan craftsmanship, as well as the influences shaping these modern designs. The book serves as a testament to the creative evolution
and cultural significance of jewellery and fans, highlighting notable artists and trends of the time. The opening of the work begins with a preliminary note referencing John Ruskin's principles on the necessity and authenticity in design. Holme emphasizes the progress made in the understanding of the jeweller's and fan-maker's crafts, underscoring the importance of producing tasteful articles that reflect artistic innovation rather than imitation. The initial segments introduce various sections dedicated to modern jewellery from different countries, including France, Britain, Austria, Germany, Belgium, and Denmark. Notably, it presents prominent artists and their works, indicating a flourishing artistic movement that seeks to integrate personal creativity and craftsmanship with a deep appreciation for design aesthetics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Editor | Holme, Charles, 1848-1923 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02007834 |
| Title | Modern Design in Jewellery and Fans |
| Contents | Modern French jewellery and fans / Gabriel Mourey -- Modern British jewellery and fans / Aymer Vallance -- Modern Austrian jewellery / W. Fred -- Modern German jewellery / Chr. Ferdinand Morawe -- Modern Belgian jewellery and fans / F. Khnopff -- Modern Danish jewellery / Georg Brochner. |
| Credits |
Produced by Siobhan Hillman, Jane Robins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament |
| Subject | Jewelry |
| Subject | Fans |
| Subject | Decoration and ornament -- Art Nouveau |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 49559 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-49559-0 |
| Release Date | Jul 31, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 832 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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