Arts and Crafts is one of the most influential design movements of all time, beginning in the late 19th century and still being explored by designers today. It also remains an enduringly popular collecting area. The Arts and Crafts ethos of rejecting mass production and industrialization in favor of individualism, simplicity, honest craftsmanship, respect for materials and good design had a massive impact on the design of the early 20th century and transformed design sensibilities globally.
Judith Miller’s “Arts & Crafts: Living With The Arts & Crafts Style” is an invaluable guide from one of the most respected and trusted names in antiques. The book features 1,000 high-quality photographs and provides clear, concise information on everything from furniture, ceramics, silver and metal ware to glass, textiles, jewelry, books and posters. It includes fascinating profiles of key designers such as William Morris, the Stickleys, Liberty & Co, Tiffany Studios, George Ohr, Rookwood and many more. It comes with a pictorial design directory, price ranges and a wealth of essential information for collectors and anyone wishing to follow William Morris' golden rule of Arts and Crafts: "Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful."
The $39.99 hardcover book is published by Miller’s/Mitchell Beazley and distributed by Hachette Book Group.