Classical Savannah: Fine and Decorative Arts, 1800-1840
Softbound
1995 · Savannah, GA
by Talbott, Page
Savannah, GA: Telfair Museum of Art, 1995. Softbound. VG. Color illustrated gold wraps. 196 pp., 109 bw plates. The catalog to an extraordinary loan exhibition of early 19th century furniture, paintings and minor decorations which were either made in Georgia or imported into the state by wealthy Savannah residents to furnish their homes. The first portion of the catalog describes the Classical Taste of the early 19th century and its origins; the second portion examines the arts, architecture, interiors, and patrons of Savannah of the period, and the third section is strictly devoted to the furniture of the exhibition. (description coutesy of Joslin Hall). Includes bibliographical references (pages 184-191) and index. (Inventory #: 103469)