Author : Halina Pasierbska
Publisher : V & A Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781851778041
Total Pages : 143 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (78 download)
Book Synopsis Dolls' Houses from the V&A Museum of Childhood by : Halina Pasierbska
Download or read book Dolls' Houses from the V&A Museum of Childhood written by Halina Pasierbska and published by V & A Publishing. This book was released on 2014-10-01 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Published to accompany a new exhibition, Dolls' Houses presents specially commissioned photography that details the astonishing skill and craftsmanship required to create these homes in miniature scale. This book invites you to take a close-up look at the most interesting and historically significant examples of this absorbing craft, from the exquisite Nuremburg House of 1673, to the brightly coloured twentyfirst century Kaleidoscope House. From lavish country mansions to cozy suburban villas, it explores the houses' fascinating roles as both domestic teaching aids and records of contemporary lifestyle, and gives unique insight into the world of their owners.