Art Deco Limoges: Camille Tharaud and Other Ceramists Contributor(s): Waterbrook-Clyde, Keith (Author), Waterbrook-Clyde, Thomas (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764321781 ISBN-13: 9780764321788 Publisher: Schiffer Publishing OUR PRICE: $45.00 Product Type: Hardcover Published: February 2005 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Crafts & Hobbies | Pottery & Ceramics - Antiques & Collectibles | Porcelain & China |
Dewey: 738.209 |
LCCN: 2004025678 |
Series: Schiffer Book for Collectors with Price Guide |
Physical Information: 1" H x 8.7" W x 11" (3.50 lbs) 224 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Art Deco style, with its modern forms, rich colors, and brilliant glazes, appeared on the scene by 1910, exploded into great heights of popularity by 1925, and remained popular throughout the 1930s. In 475 brilliant color images worthy of the movement, the Art Deco decorated porcelains from Limoges, France, are displayed. While centering on the work of the talented artist Camille Tharaud, examples from Robj, Edouard Marcel Sandoz, Suzanne Lalique, and Royal Limoges are also included. Among the wares presented are over 500 delicate vases, tea sets, figurines, covered boxes and bowls, plates, and night lights. Additionally, Art Deco patterns and company names, direct from the pattern books of Gerard, Dufraisseix, Abbot, are on display.\nThe detailed text provides an indepth look at Camille Tharaud and his work, with an extensive bibliography, and index. Value ranges for the wares displayed are found in the captions. |