Tiffany by Design: An In-depth Look at Tiffany Lamps (Schiffer Book for Designers & Collectors) |  | Author: Nina Gray
Creator: Richard Goodbody
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Category: Book
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Media: Paperback
Edition: illustrated edition
Pages: 112
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Dimensions (in): 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.5
ISBN: 0764324845
Dewey Decimal Number: 749.63
EAN: 9780764324840
ASIN: 0764324845
Publication Date: November 30, 2006
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Product Description
Explore the construction, fabrication, design, and qualities of authentic Tiffany lamps made between 1900 and 1918. Tiffany Studios produced thousands of lamps in hundreds of designs, although many of the designs were closely related. Examining the ways in which the forms, patterns, and motifs were changed and adapted illuminates the extraordinary design vocabulary of Tiffany Studios. This selection of over 80 magnificent color photographs clearly demonstrates how shade patterns range from deceptively simple to extraordinarily complex. Learn how the Tiffany designers manipulated a decorative scheme by repetition of the motifs: sometimes patterns are repeated within the shade and sometimes a shade has no repeats. The nuance of color may shift from top to bottom in a delicate progression or around the shade, as flowers are different from season to season. By closely observing the many varied designs of Tiffany shades, a deeper understanding of the quality and beauty of these objects is made possible.
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An outstanding reference December 10, 2006
Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Eight color photos do more than display Tiffany lamps, as other titles do: they have been polled from thousands of lamps with hundreds of designs to show the differences in shade patterns and complexity. A lovely display of colors and patterns is accompanied by clear description and artistic and collector value insights. "Tiffany By Design" is an outstanding reference and a welcome addition to personal, professional, academic, and community library Antiques & Collectibles reference collections.
Diane C. Donovan
California Bookwatch
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