John Demos,Jonathan Fielding,Karin Fielding,Robin Jaffee Frank,Stacy C Hollander,Christina Nielsen,Sumpter Priddy,Elizabeth V. Warren,David Wheatcroft
Becoming America: Highlights from the Jonathan and Karin Fielding Collection of Folk Art
Becoming America: Highlights from the Jonathan and Karin Fielding Collection of Folk Art
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Becoming America is a beautiful book that showcases the remarkable collection of 18th- and 19th-century American folk and decorative art from the rural Northeast. It features essays by leading specialists that explore the culture of furniture workshops, painted decoration, sewing and quilting techniques, and poignant stories about the families depicted in the portraits. The collection includes Shaker boxes, beaded Iroquois hats, embroidered samplers, metalwork, scrimshaw, handwoven rugs, ceramics, and a weather vane, many of which have never been published before.
\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 264 pages
\n Publication date: 03 April 2020
\n Publisher: Yale University Press
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Becoming America explores the captivating world of two passionate collectors who have dedicated their lives to preserving and celebrating the rich heritage of Americana. This remarkable exhibition offers a comprehensive glimpse into one of the most remarkable collections of 18th- and 19th-century American folk and decorative art from the rural Northeast.
In a series of insightful essays by renowned specialists, the exhibition delves into various aspects of the culture of furniture workshops, the vibrant painted decoration, the intricate techniques of sewing and quilting, and the poignant stories behind the portraits that grace the collection.
The collection itself is a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of early Americans living in the countryside. It features a diverse range of objects, including Shaker boxes, beaded Iroquois hats, embroidered samplers, metalwork, scrimshaw, handwoven rugs, ceramics, and a weather vane.
What makes this exhibition truly special is the fact that the majority of these works have never been published before. With lively essays and an abundance of stunning illustrations, Becoming America brings to life the aesthetic of early Americans living in the countryside, offering a profound exploration of their taste and style.
Distributed for The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens, Becoming America is currently on display at the Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino, CA. The exhibition is scheduled to run until an ongoing date, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the rich history and beauty of Americana.
Whether you are an art enthusiast, a history buff, or simply someone who appreciates the craftsmanship and artistry of the past, Becoming America is a must-see exhibition that will leave you inspired and enlightened.
\n Weight: 1622g\n
Dimension: 237 x 275 x 31 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780300247565\n \n
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