American Rococo, 1750-1775: Elegance in Ornament

Book Overview

American Rococo, 1750-1775: Elegance in Ornament is the companion catalogue to the 1992 exhibition organized by The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. This digital PDF edition provides instant download and brings a landmark study of colonial American ornament to your device.

Written by Morrison H. Heckscher and Leslie Greene Bowman, the book examines how affluent colonial Americans embraced London fashions and made them their own. It focuses on the ornamental aspects of the rococo style, especially in silver and furniture, while also covering architecture, engravings, cast iron, glass, and porcelain.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• A thorough survey of the rococo style as practiced in the American colonies.
• Detailed chapters on architecture, engravings, silver, cast iron, glass, and porcelain.
• An exhibition checklist with object entries and dimensions.
• An extensive bibliography and index for further research.
• Discussion of European origins and American manifestations of the rococo.

Why American Rococo Matters

The rococo style was one of the eighteenth century’s primary artistic contributions, yet its influence in America had never been thoroughly examined before this publication. American Rococo, 1750-1775: Elegance in Ornament remains an essential reference for curators, collectors, and students of American decorative arts and design history.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download. No physical item will be shipped. After purchase, you will have immediate access to the PDF and can read it on compatible apps and devices, including Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, and mobile phones.

FAQ

How do I receive my purchase? A download link is provided immediately after purchase.

Will a physical copy be shipped? No, this is a digital product only.

What devices can I use? The PDF works with common reading apps, including Kindle apps, tablets, desktop, and mobile devices.

Explore this important study of colonial American ornament and keep the elegance of the rococo within easy reach.

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