Publisher's Synopsis
Catalogue of the Special Loan Exhibition of Spanish and Portuguese Ornamental Art, South Kensington Museum, 1881 (1881) is a comprehensive guidebook written by John Charles Robinson. The book provides a detailed description of the special loan exhibition of Spanish and Portuguese ornamental art held at the South Kensington Museum in 1881. It includes a collection of photographs and illustrations of the exhibited art pieces, along with their historical and cultural significance.The book is divided into different sections that cover various aspects of Spanish and Portuguese ornamental art, including ceramics, metalwork, textiles, and furniture. Each section provides a detailed analysis of the exhibited pieces, highlighting their unique features and design elements. The book also includes a brief history of Spanish and Portuguese ornamental art, tracing its evolution from the medieval period to the 19th century.Catalogue of the Special Loan Exhibition of Spanish and Portuguese Ornamental Art, South Kensington Museum, 1881 (1881) is an invaluable resource for art historians, collectors, and enthusiasts interested in the history and evolution of Spanish and Portuguese ornamental art. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the exhibited pieces, along with their cultural and historical significance, making it an essential reference for anyone interested in this field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
