Inspiring Reform: Boston's Arts & Crafts Movement

by 40 Color & 196 b/w Illustrations; Decorative Endpapers (silver/white) (Illustrator)

Fine craftsmanship and handiwork, originality in design, aesthetic purity, and honest use of materials in both decorative and utilitarian objects were the ideals embraced by Boston's Society of Arts and Crafts. This book celebrates the organization's centenary with splendid examples of metalwork, jewelry textiles, furniture, ceramics, photography, and more. 273 illustrations, 52 in color.

247 pages, Hardcover

First published February 1, 1997