This authoritative work was, at the time of its first publication, the first full-length book to cover in detail the collecting of Pennsylvania "Dutch" furnishings and crafts. It was subsequently redesigned and enlarged, to make it again available in this more ample format it deserves. The Pennsylvania Dutch country may be said to have been "discovered" by collectors in the 1920s and 1930s. These unique people, with their old-world customs and colorful folk art, have created in America an authentic genre, with a flavor ...
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This authoritative work was, at the time of its first publication, the first full-length book to cover in detail the collecting of Pennsylvania "Dutch" furnishings and crafts. It was subsequently redesigned and enlarged, to make it again available in this more ample format it deserves. The Pennsylvania Dutch country may be said to have been "discovered" by collectors in the 1920s and 1930s. These unique people, with their old-world customs and colorful folk art, have created in America an authentic genre, with a flavor much in vogue among experienced decorators, as well as amateur collectors. Earl F. Robacker, a native Pennsylvanian and a collector himself, introduces this volume with a general discussion of characteristic Dutch country art forms and craftsmanship, emphasizing its authentic "peasant" quality in contrast to the more elegant styles of other early American furnishings. Chapter by chapter he discusses typical pieces of furniture, china, kitchenware and other articles, giving careful descriptions of each important piece, its availability, and most important, the rules for a collector to keep in mind when on the trail of real Pennsylvania Dutch "stuff." This volume offers a thorough orientation in Pennsylvania Dutch country antiques and makes fascinating reading for anyone interested in the general subject of old furnishings. As the first volume to assemble the scattered and fragmentary information on the subject, it is an invaluable guide for those who merely want to achieve authentic atmosphere in home decoration. Many fine illustrations supplement the text, and a partial list of museum collections gives additional guidance. The book contains a full discussion of the basic principles of Pennsylvania Dutch decoration, and an appraisal of the quality of reproductions available on the market.
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Collectible, Fine in Near Fine jacket. Book Small quarto, hardcover, fine (almost like new) in near fine bright yellow decorative dj. Pennsylvania Dutch style of chairs, and other furniture, beds, covers, rugs, wall hangings, boxes, knickknacks, kitchenware, pottery, ornaments etc. Black and white photos throughout. 163 pp. including index.
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Good in Fair jacket. Size: 8vo 8"-9" tall; Sturdy, attractive, tightly bound hardcover, clean, if toned, minimal rubbing to extremities. Bound in rust-colored cloth, yellow lettering to spine. Dust jacket, illustrated, present, not price-clipped, protected by a plastic coat, but moderately worn, soiled, sunned at spine, and with chipping along top edge. Chapters devoted to chairs and benches; cupboards; desks; tables; beds and coverlets; chests; floor coverings; walls and hangings; painted tins; Books; contemporary Dutch; and museum collections. Extensive prelims plus 163 pp. Member, I.O.B.A., C.B.A., and adherent to the highest ethical standards. Additional postage may be required for oversize or especially heavy volumes, and for sets.
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Good. Good condition. Good dust jacket. In protective mylar cover. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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Good in Fair jacket. Book 4to. 163 pp. Index, appendix, b/w photos, black cloth. Originally published by A.S. Barnes. Small label front end paper, remainder dot bottom edge, very good+; dust jacket small mended tear, lightly sunned, very good-.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. (Pennsylvania Dutch, folk art, collectors and collecting) A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.
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