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OverviewRarely seen outside royal collections and historic houses, European hardstone carving using stones such as amethyst, jasper and lapis lazuli, is a rich and intricate artform. Stunning decorative and vivid pictorial illusions are achieved through the careful selection and carving of stones chosen for their naturally occurring colours, patterns and reflective properties. Detailed photography uncovers which features of these fascinating inlay pictures, small-scale carvings, lush decorative panels in furniture, and more, were created by the artist and which by nature, in a production process that involves creative imagination as well as spectacular technical skill. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Alice Minter , Sophie Morris , Rosie MillsPublisher: V & A Publishing Imprint: V & A Publishing ISBN: 9781838510411ISBN 10: 1838510419 Pages: 144 Publication Date: 31 August 2023 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationArthur Gilbert Collection at the V&A. Sophie Morris is Exhibitions Research Assistant, Decorative Art and Sculpture at the V&A. Rosie Mills is the Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation Associate Curator, Decorative Arts and Design at LACMA. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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