The Art of Display

Author(s): Sorrell, Katherine Publisher: Phaidon Press Format: Hardcover List Price:  Rs. 1,456 Category: Interior Design ISBN-10: 1840005793 Language: English Pages: 144 Dimensions: 11.26" l x 9.34" w x 0.68" h

Overview:

The Art of Display offers invaluable advice on the effective visual presentation of personal possessions. The approach relates to any category of object within the home' whether single pieces or groups - from family photographs and decorative glass vases to large sculptural pieces or collections of shells. Every conceivable place to display is explored' whether horizontal planes' vertical planes or hidden spaces' ranging from mantelpieces' plinths' shelves' and bookcases' to window sills' tables' bespoke cabinets' walls' and floors. The final section offers a range of practical guidelines on the techniques behind display' such as mounting pictures' putting up shelves' hanging textiles' and conservation and cleaning.