Treasures from the National Trust

Description

The National Trust owns and cares for the most important, varied and valuable collection of antiques in Britain. From Rubens paintings to Paul McCartney's bedroom paraphenalia, its enormous range is unequalled and many of these antiques are still housed in the properties for which they were designed or bought. "Treasures of the National Trust" is the only book to detail this collection in an accessible and enlightening way. Divided into themed chapters such as Paintings, Sculpture, Tapestry and Needlework, French and English Furniture, European Pottery and Porcelain - "Treasures" is suitable for those with little knowledge of art history and antiques as well as those more versed in the subjects. Special features illuminate the work of key painters, designers and craftsmen; historical timelines give a quick visual context for the artworks, and cross-referencing ensures that readers can see what else is held at that Trust property.

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The National Trust owns and cares for important collection of antiques in Britain. This book features the collection and is suitable for those with little knowledge of art history and antiques as well as those more versed in the subjects. It features the work of various painters, designers and craftsmen and gives a visual context for the artworks.

Stock Information

General Fields

• ISBN : 9781905400454
• Publisher : Anova Books
• Imprint : National Trust Books
• Publication date : September 2007
• Dimensions : 262mm X 251mm X 29mm
• Produced in : United Kingdom
• Product Type : books

Special Fields

• Illustrations : Over 700 illustrations
• Pages : 384
• Dewey classification : 708.2
• Bind : Hardback
• Author : Edward Fitzmaurice