Ornamenting the »Cold Roast«
The Domestic Architecture and Interior Design of Upper-Class Boston Homes, 1760-1880
This book presents the meticulous case studies of three individual houses from different eras, which serve to depict the social, political, and cultural effects that domestic architecture and interior design had on the upper class, the city of Boston, and a national American identity. It takes the reader on a journey to 18th and 19th century Boston and provides insight into the lives of these prominent men and women as seen through the perspective of their homes. It is a novel examination of the cultural significance of domestic architecture and interior design and, because of its story-telling character and extensive attention to detail, it is fascinating for curious readers and cultural historians alike.
Kapitel-Übersicht
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Frontmatter
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Table of Contents
Seiten 5 - 6 -
Acknowledgements
Seiten 7 - 8 -
Introduction
Seiten 9 - 44 -
A Brief History of Living and Family Life in America
Seiten 45 - 88 -
The Upper Class in America and Boston
Seiten 89 - 130 -
The Profession of Architecture in America
Seiten 131 - 170 -
Domestic Architecture in America
Seiten 171 - 236 -
Interiors and Furnishings
Seiten 237 - 300 -
Conclusion
Seiten 301 - 306 -
Works Cited
Seiten 307 - 324 -
Appendix I: Glossary
Seiten 325 - 328 -
Appendix II: Beacon Hill Architectural Guidelines
Seiten 329 - 338 -
Appendix III: Harrison Gray Otis Logbook
Seiten 339 - 340
15. März 2014, 340 Seiten
ISBN: 978-3-8394-2276-2
Dateigröße: 4.75 MB
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