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Sanderson By Mary Schoeser

Sanderson by Mary Schoeser


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Summary

For 150 years Sanderson has been at the vanguard of every significant movement in European decorative arts. With over 200 patterns specially selected from the Sanderson archives and reproduced in rich full colour, this book is suitable for decorators, designers, graphic artists, collectors and those who love beautiful interior.

Sanderson Summary

Sanderson: The Essence of English Decoration by Mary Schoeser

For 150 years Sanderson has been at the vanguard of every significant movement in European decorative arts, from Arts and Crafts and Art Deco to 1980s country-house style and the vibrant interiors of the Noughties, shaping a distinctive mode of English decoration beloved throughout the world. Granted unprecedented access to the Sanderson archives, historian Mary Schoeser tells the story of the company that became England's leading manufacturer of wallpapers and decorative fabrics.With over 200 stunning patterns specially selected from the Sanderson archives and reproduced in rich full colour, this book is a font of inspiration for decorators, designers, graphic artists, collectors and anyone who loves a beautiful interior.

Sanderson Reviews

'A fascinating read ... spectacularly illustrated throughout with more than 200 patterns from the archive, Schoeser's research recounts a British success story that encapsulates a vital part of our decorative arts heritage - and its future' - Embroidery
'... an absolute must for interiors enthusiasts and Sanderson fans alike!' - City Magazine
'Like whizzing through a potted history of English decorative arts' - Design Week
'A treasure trove of colour and pattern as well as a record of the company's development' - Homes & Interiors

About Mary Schoeser

Mary Schoeser is a leading authority in the field of textiles and is Honorary President of the UK Textile Society. As an adviser on historic textiles and wallpaper, she has worked with organizations such as English Heritage, the National Trust, Liberty in London and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Schoeser has organized many textile exhibitions, including a collaboration with the Design Museum at the University of California, Davis, to highlight elements of their collection researched in connection with this book. Her previous publications include International Textiles and World Textiles.

Table of Contents

1. The Business Begins * 2. Of Exceptional Quality and Taste * 3. The Milieu * 4. To Serve the Decorator * 5. The `Mecca of Paperdom' * 6. Towards Wallpaper Decoration * 7. Fresh Ideas, New Colours and Modern Designs * 8. A New Concept in Co-ordination * 9. `Whole Hoggers' on Chintz * 10. Moving with the Times

Additional information

GOR002605379
9780500515198
0500515190
Sanderson: The Essence of English Decoration by Mary Schoeser
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Thames & Hudson Ltd
20100329
200
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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