Furnishing the Home of Good Taste by Lucy Abbot Throop

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Author Throop, Lucy Abbot
Title Furnishing the Home of Good Taste
A Brief Sketch of the Period Styles in Interior Decoration with Suggestions as to Their Employment in the Homes of Today
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Summary "Furnishing the Home of Good Taste" by Lucy Abbot Throop is a descriptive treatise on interior decoration that was likely written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the historical evolution of various period styles in furniture design, offering insights and suggestions for their application in contemporary homes. Throop aims to enlighten readers about the rich tapestry of design history to aid them in making informed furnishing choices that reflect a sense of taste and style. At the start of the book, the author emphasizes the challenges of succinctly capturing the history of furniture design, which interlinks with art, culture, and societal trends. Throop addresses the novice home-maker's need for foundational knowledge about historical influences in decoration, stressing how understanding furniture styles can prevent the purchase of poorly designed pieces. The opening sections touch on the interplay between architecture and decoration, with references to ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Greece, setting the stage for a thorough exploration of significant periods like the Renaissance and Louis XIV’s regime, among others. This scholarly approach highlights the importance of contextual knowledge in achieving a tasteful home environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament
Subject Interior decoration
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EBook-No. 14824
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Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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