From the Middle Ages to the first decades of the 20th century, the home underwent a number of technical revolutions or improvements. Illustrated throughout, the selection in this book explores the history of domestic objects, mentalities, and intimate territories.
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From the Middle Ages to the first decades of the 20th century, the home underwent a number of technical revolutions or improvements. Illustrated throughout, the selection in this book explores the history of domestic objects, mentalities, and intimate territories.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. In protective mylar cover. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES.
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New. 'The comforts of home' may be a clichi, but how has its meaning evolved over centuries? Biatrice Fontanel seeks answers to that question through the prism of visual art. Her close reading of nearly 100 European and American paintings, reproduced vividly in large format, illuminates the technical innovations and practical improvements brought about from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. How did fireplaces become the preferred source of warmth? When did people stop sleeping in the nude? From the bedchamber to the chamber pot, art has borne witness to our most intimate domestic activities. Just as 'How to Read a Painting' helped readers to appreciate the art itself, 'Daily Life in Art' helps them understand the painting not only as object, but also as cultural artifact.
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Used-Good. 'The comforts of home' may be a clichi, but how has its meaning evolved over centuries? Biatrice Fontanel seeks answers to that question through the prism of visual art. Her close reading of nearly 100 European and American paintings, reproduced vividly in large format, illuminates the technical innovations and practical improvements brought about from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. How did fireplaces become the preferred source of warmth? When did people stop sleeping in the nude? From the bedchamber to the chamber pot, art has borne witness to our most intimate domestic activities. Just as 'How to Read a Painting' helped readers to appreciate the art itself, 'Daily Life in Art' helps them understand the painting not only as object, but also as cultural artifact. Wrapped in Brodart dust jacket protector.
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