The Opulent Interiors of the Gilded Age: All 203 Photographs from "Artistic Houses," with New Text (Dover Architecture)
by James Turner, Arnold Lewis, Steven Mcquillin
A complete photographic record of 203 Gilded Age interiors originally published in Artistic Houses, offering insight into the lavish domestic architecture of America's elite during the late nineteenth century.
About This Book
This volume reproduces all 203 photographs from the celebrated Artistic Houses series, documenting the interiors of America's wealthiest residences during the late nineteenth century.
The images showcase a range of opulent design elements, from carved woodwork and ornate plasterwork to imported furnishings and elaborate lighting fixtures.
Introductory text provides context on the architectural tastes and social aspirations that shaped these grand domestic spaces.
Readers interested in historic preservation, interior design history, or the material culture of the Gilded Age will find the collection a valuable reference.
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